Hello Cooper1974 and welcome to the forum. 

I'm sorry to hear that you've recently found some breast lumps. I can hear from your post that you're feeling really worried about what these may be and what may happen. 

At a breast clinic appointment you will usually have a breast examination, followed by one or more of the following tests: mammogram, ultrasound, core biopsy and fine needle aspiration (FNA). You can read more about these procedures here. 

Mammograms can be less effective in women who have breast implants because the X-rays cannot "see" through the implant to the breast tissue behind it but don't worry about this. The staff at the clinic are experts and will be used to regularly seeing women who have implants in situ. 

In terms of "what happens if?" that will very much depend on your results. We know that it's normal for women to be worried about their results. For the moment try to take each step as it comes and not look too far ahead. It will help you to feel less anxious. 

If you'd like to talk things through with one of our nurses before your appointment then you're most welcome to give them a call. I'm sure that they will be able to offer some advice and support. You can call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. 

I hope that this helps. Please do let us know how you get on at your appointment. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator

Hi Cooper,

Our moderator Jenn has already outlined what is likely to happen at your breast clinic appointment. You will usually be seen within a two week time frame from the date of referral.

I sincerely hope that all goes well for you. Please let us know.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx