Just been diagnosed with breast cancer

Hi all 

I found a lump about 1 month ago, went to the Drs who in turn referred me to the breast clinic, which was 2 weeks later. When I arrived I had a examination by the Dr who in turn called the Consultant and they did a scan and were worried so I had a biopsy done. 2 weeks later I get asked to book in for a mammogram and I get my results. I got my results on my birthday saying that the biopsy had come back non cancerous but I wasn’t out of the woods til after my mammogram. The relief was unbelievable and I certainly celebrated my birthday! The next day I went for my mammogram, then a scan, the Dr wasn’t happy so another biopsy needed to be taken. This time only 1 week for the results, Todsy I was told the lump wasn’t cancerous but I have calcium mass and that’s cancerous. I have been offered a mastectomy in a few weeks but also a CT scan on Friday. I have been advised that breast reconstruction is better to be left if I need any further treatment. Can anyone give me their help and advice as at the moment my head is buzzing and am really going to struggle with no right bust for at least 6 months. I am late 40’s and have 2 children aged 16 and 12 to tell at some point soon. Xxx

  • Hi Jolamine

    I actually sent emails to both my children’s head of years last night. My son starts his GCSE next week so I just wanted his head to be aware of the situation, I am lucky I have a good relationship with both heads and both have emailed back this morning saying they will keep an eye on them both, we obviously reassured me. My son wanted to stay with me today, don’t know whether is was a sneaky way of studying if school but I told him to go and pass these exams! 

    I want to thank you for your very kind posts it definitely puts a smile on my face.  I will certainly let you know my CT scan results when I get them next week.

    Have a nice day 

    Zoe

    xx