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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  • Hi Alicia

    No I didn't unfortunately. They said they just worked through the list if there were cancellations but I've not heard anything. My phone is glued to my hand constantly in case they do call but I doubt it. My authority has declared a major incident today so I'm now worried that it might even be delayed further. Really hope not, the worry & waiting is just awful. 
     

    Very best of luck to you for Monday, I hope for the best possible outcome for you & please update us if you can. 
     

    Best wishes xx