2nd breast cancer diagnosis

I was on annual screenings ... nothing picked up 2018 .. June 2019 diagnosed with breast cancer ... 2 ops as first one didn't get margins .. so had a mastectomy .... had mammogram June 2020 .. nothing picked up ... offered symmetry op Oct 2020 ... 450g removed .. tissue tested .. cancer found .. removed with margins ... now they say radiotherapy but I feel anxious it was missed on 2 mammograms so want a second mastectomy .. anyone experienced similar ?

  • Hello Amp257

    I'm so sorry to hear that your recent symmetry surgery resulted in another cancer diagnosis. We've a number of ladies here on the forum who have had multiple breast cancer diagnoses and hopefully some of them will pop by to say hello and share their experiences with you. 

    I think it's totally understandable that you're feeling the way you are. Have you had the opportunity to speak to your breast care nurse or Consultant about your concerns? If not then do get in touch with them in the first instance. 

    You may also want to give our team of nurses a call on 0808 800 4040 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm). I'm sure that they will be able to offer you some advice and information to help support you through making decisions about the next steps. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator