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Lump in my breast - waiting for an appointment

Saffys_mum
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Hello there

I recently found a lump in my breast and made an appointment to see my doctor straight away. She found the lump immediately and referred me to the breast clinic. She said I should hear from them within two weeks and that I would probably have an ultrasound and a biopsy.

I got the letter through today with the phrase "2WW suspected breast cancer." For some reason this has really scared me - I was feeling pretty level-headed about everything until now. I suppose it's seeing the words there in black and white.

Anyway, I just wanted to post here to say what's happening. It's very hard to focus on work and stay calm at the moment. I'm feeling a bit lost and everything seems a bit surreal.

Best wishes to you all

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    Hi there,

    Thought I would say HI! and what you are feeling is normal at the moment.  Its good you went to the doctor straight away, I know they do 2 week referrals when a woman finds a lump out of their cycle.  The waiting game is the worst as we come up with all sorts of ideas and end up diagnosing ourselves!  Try not to look at anything online and if you can keep your mind from wandering too much.  I know easier said then done, however wirting on here is a good step as it helps putting it down in b/w.  

    Most the time the lumps are bengin, i think up to 80% and there are so many different reasons why we get lumps so try not too worry too much. 

    What day is your appointment?

    Thinking of you and sending hugs

    xx

     

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    Hello Mich8

    Thanks for replying - it's good to hear back from someone. 

    I don't have an appointment yet - the letter was just to say that I've been referred and must been seen within two weeks. It said that I could call them if I don't hear by today. At least things seem to be moving fast. I really hope the appointment comes soon so that I can find out what's going on. 

    I confided in my sister-in-law and she said that she had a lump that turned out to be a cyst. I also happen to have a few friends who have experienced breast cancer though, so I am nervous.

    Thanks again and best wishes to you xx

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    Hi
    I found a lump in my breast two weeks ago and was referred to the breast clinic by my GP. Like you I was worried and have spent the past two weeks assuming the worst. I've thought about nothing else and got myself into quite a state about it. Anyway, my appointment was today and it turned out to be a cyst. I know it's easier said than done but try not to worry, most lumps don't turn out to be cancer. 
     

    Kate. 

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    That's great news Kate. I'm really pleased for you! It's reassuring to hear too. I've been getting myself a bit worked up but I'm going to stay off Google and try to keep myself busy until I get my appointment. Thank you for taking the time to reply to me - it's much appreciated. 

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    The breast clinic called today and said that my appointment will be a telephone appointment in a week's time. I feel more worried than ever now because I can't see what they will be able to determine from a phone call. I feel worried that I'm being dismissed. I understand that things are different because of the coronavirus but this feels like a waste of time and a delay. Urgh. 

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    Hi there,

    I'm glad to hear you have an appointment with the clinic. Yeah so much is done over the phone at the moment, all my consultations unless i have to go in for something specific. They may ask you some questions about your symptoms, history etc.  Probably similar to what your doctor had initially asked you and then go from there.  I know annoying as you just want to know asap.  

    Try not to worry and let us khow how you get on.

    Hugs

    xx

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