Hi all, new to this.

Firstly, after reading what all of you have been through, I feel like a bit of a fraud.

Went for mammogram as part of breast screening programme a month ago.

Received a recall letter a fortnight ago and my appointment is tmrw morning at the breast clinic.

I can't feel anything nor see any changes in my breasts, though aware this counts for nothing, so was a real shock to be recalled. 

My appointment was initially for last week, but the eve of the appointment we had to take dog to vet to say our final goodbyes so I was in no fit state to attend clinic. Still sobbing at the gaping whole she has left in my life but shall obviously attend tmrw.

Anyhow,I know that ( so far) I am fortunately not in the position that a number of you are, but just wanted to say that I found this thread last Sunday and have read every post. 

It has been what has stopped me going cuckoo with worry. It has made me realise that if I am told that they suspect cancer tmrw, that I shall cope. The news that some of you have received is just dreadful and I am amazed at how you all are taking it, each and every one of you. Also to folk who have received good news but have went through tests and weeks of worry, it has obviously been so emotionally and physically draining for all. It really has had an odd calming effect on me this thread.

Please know that no matter what I am told tmrw ,that reading all of your journeys has kept me going and given me strength to face whatever may (but hopefully may not)be ahead. And for that, I thank you all for sharing your stories. 

K xx

Hi K

Im Karen ive just read your post and a few months ago i found myself pretty much in your shoes, like you a mammogram as i turned 50 in Aoril so had my screening in august (Friday 13th) unlucky!!! I was recalled back that it was unclear and had to attend the breast clinic on rbe 1st of September did 2 mammogrsms consultant looked at it initial thought from her it was a cancer, got an ultrasound then biopsy results clear but wanted to do a stereotactic breast biopsy  and discovered i had a radial scar i just had it removed on the 8th of November to see the surgeon for pathology results on the 30th, i too lost my dog this year(April week before my 50rh) and when i got my mammograms when  they thought it was cancer my first thought in my head was my dog (Darcey) she was 12 and i broke my heart to the nurse, so i know how you are feeling hun, like you no lump to feel or any changes but i was diagnosed with a radial scar which i pray isnt cancer cells  when i get my results, the girls will tell you its a journey and a half and the worst feeling is the world is the waiting but you will get through this, we are all here to support each other

Sending you love

Karen xx

Hello everyone, 

Although I've chatted to a couple of ladies privately, Ive not been on here for a while. I'll admit it, I lost my head a little after diagnosis and had to pull myself back together. Now for an update! 
 

I had my lumpectomy and lymph node biospy two days ago. She said the op went well and she thinks she got a good clear margin. Im in a little pain but not as bad as I thought really. Just recovering now. I've been made an appointment for 8th Dec to see what's next for me. Hoping for just radiotherapy and Tamoxifen but we will see! 
 

Hope you're all doing ok xx

Hi Lucy, I'm glad to hear you are out the other side after your op. I have been thinking of you. Not too long til the 8th so keeping everything crossed for you. Virtual hugs Mickey xx ️

Hi K, thank you for your heartwarming post. Firstly I just want to say good luck for this morning. It's the end of the initial horrible waiting period for you. I know you'll be worrying this morning, so just wanted to say, your hand is being virtually held and if you want to let us know how you got on later, we'll be here. Sending much positivity and holding your hand Mickey xx

Thank you Mickey xx

Hi lucy darling

Nice to hear from you and you are feeling a bit better, i was the same i was off the chat to clear my head too, it just gets so over whelming and we go into that shell i think even though everyone is just amazing, keep well lucy and look after yourself and lovely to hear from you

Love and hugs

Karen' xxx

Morning K

Good luck for today we are all behind you, as mickey said  virtually holding your hand, as with your beloved baby

Karen xx

Morning Karen, how's your recovery going? X ️

Thank you Karen. Hope you're doing ok xx