4 Week Wait for Breast Clinic Appt

Hello

I don't really have a question, just need to say hello & connect with others in the same situation as only my husband knows at the moment.

I found a lump in my left breast recently. Saw GP last week & he referred me to the Breast Clinic on the 2ww, however my appointment has come through & isn't until 19th January which is over 4 weeks after my referral. My letter states "4a, 4b, 4c, 4d - CANCER Suspected" & my GP said if I hadn't heard within 2 weeks I must let him know. I asked if Christmas was likely to delay things & he said no & he hoped I would be seen before Christmas. 

I don't know what to do. I'm obviously extremely worried & I tried phoning the clinic this morning to see if I could get a cancellation or move it forward but they said they are completely booked up.

I was referred to the clinic 10 years ago when I found a small round lump which turned out to be a cyst. But this lump feels very different, it's much deeper in my breast & feels rooted. I'm so worried & having to wait so long is really adding to an already stressful situation

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  • The letter said cancer suspected? What did the doctor say to you when when he examined you? I was see. Last Friday and had a text today to say if I haven't heard anything within two weeks to call them. I am worried sick. I don't have a lump but I see Mm to have soreness and more tissue in one breast. This wait is unbearable and seems to be getting worse!

  • Hi

    Thanks for your reply & sorry you're in the same position. The wait & worry is just awful isn't it. 
    My GP said it didn't feel cystic but he didn't seem too concerned about it at the time. He did tell me that he would include it on my referral but that I must tell them that I have a swollen lymph node above my collarbone. I was really shocked when I saw the letter. It says "2WW Breast Service- 4A,4B,4C,4D-CANCER Suspected" so obviously that really freaked me out. 
    I hope you hear soon & don't have to wait too long x

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  • Hi

    Thanks for your reply & sorry you're in the same position. The wait & worry is just awful isn't it. 
    My GP said it didn't feel cystic but he didn't seem too concerned about it at the time. He did tell me that he would include it on my referral but that I must tell them that I have a swollen lymph node above my collarbone. I was really shocked when I saw the letter. It says "2WW Breast Service- 4A,4B,4C,4D-CANCER Suspected" so obviously that really freaked me out. 
    I hope you hear soon & don't have to wait too long x

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