Diagnosis to start of treatment?

Hi , 

Diagnosed 30th jan with breast cancer graee 3  but due to needing further investigations im still waiting on other results. Have an app on 24th to see oncologist,  hoping all back by then as all this waiting has my nerves in tatters. 

How long did yous have to wait before treatment started. ?.

Cant help but worry that these delays will effect the outcome as i was delayed getting diagnosed due to downgraded referral.

  • Chaz 

    I'm sorry to hear you are anxious waiting , I understand as I had BC last year , I'm sure they work on timescales from diagnosis to treatment and won't leave you a day longer however it still doesn't help us in the meantime letting our minds wander , I really want to give you a big hug and hope that you are not waiting to much longer 

    love Lara ️

  • Hi Chaz, I'm sorry that you are struggling with the wait until your treatment can start. I was the same last year, as I'm sure everyone here is/was too. I was told at the breast clinic appointment that the lump looked "suspicious". It was confirmed as breast cancer 3 weeks later, met with my oncologist 3 weeks after that, and I started chemo 2 weeks after that, so 8 weeks from clinic to chemo, almost 11 weeks from referral to chemo. I was worried that the delay would mean that my Grade 3 cancer would spread, but the nurse reassured me that it would not make a difference. I have just finished chemo and the tumour is no longer detectable on MRI. So, please try not to worry about the delay. You'll be well looked after. Just try to keep busy and distracted. Walks outdoors will boost your mood and help you cope with treatment down the line. It's been a wonder drug for me! Do let us know how you get on after your appointment. We're all here to offer a listening ear and any support we can give. xx

  • Hi Lara and Amy,

    Thanks for your reassuring words, means a lot, 

    Think was having a more wobble day yesterday.  Todays a new day, lets get up n go ,x  

    Hope you are both well x

    Chaz