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Mammogram recall next Friday after suspicious looking shadow was found. I'm so frightened and beside myself with worry.

Mini2410
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I had a mammogram recall for next Friday 13th February. I am beside myself with worry, I can’t think about anything else and am so frightened.

My Mum had breast cancer when she was 42 so I can only think it is one thing. I’m 57 and this is my fourth mammogram and they have seen a shadow that looks different to previous ones.

i don’t know how I am going to get through the next 5 days, I’m not brave and I can’t stop crying.

  • Welcome to the Cancer Chat forum Mini2410, although I'm sorry to hear you've had a mammogram recall.

    I know how scary and worrying this must be but you've been incredibly brave by reaching out to us, and we will do all we can to support you over the next few days.

    I hope this guide we have on how to cope with wait and these tips the NHS have on managing anxiety will help but if you would like to talk to someone about all of this, you can give one of our cancer nurses a call on 0808 800 4040. Their helpline is open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m and they will do all they can to support you and address any other questions or concerns you may have at this time.

    Quite a lot of our members have had mammogram recalls too so hopefully some of them will be along soon to share their experiences and advice.

    In the meantime, our thoughts are with you Mini2410 and we're wishing you all the best for Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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