Hi Gigi,

Most consultants are very reluctant to remove a healthy breast, as they say that this doesn't do anything to help our chances of survival. I had a lumpectomy the first time, but found a lump in my other breast less than 6 months after my initial surgery. This turned out to be pre-cancerous and it was left to be monitored on a regular basis. Almost a year after my initial operation, I discovered a lump in the original breast and my surgeon was happy to carry out a double mastectomy, due to the fact that he felt that the other breast could become problematic at a later date.

I am sorry to hear that you are waiting to have another lump checked out. I have just had the same experience, but fortunately, it turned out to be ok this time. I sincerely hope that yours does too. 

Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

That is exactly what my consultant says. It doesn’t seem to matter that it is substantially impacting my mental health. 
Thank you for the kind words 

Strength to you it must be daunting but bare in mind the consultant is there as a specialist in the field of breast cancer, they are making the decisions based on what's best for your body. The consultant isn't the one that might help with your mental health. If only they had brilliant teams that specifically were for the mental health side. At least you're reaching out here. Maybe try also a live chat with someone. Fill the time with walks, music, comedies and bringing down your cortisol level and some relief.

Be kind to yourself & keep faith that the consultant has made the decision based on what's right for your body.