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11 years post breast cancer new lump on sternum

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Im not sure why im posting i guess i just need to get this out as ive not told friends and family apart from hubby. 

I'm in limbo, i discovered a lump on my sternum after noticing what i can only describe as a small hole developing in my cleavage area. 

I had breast cancer 11 years ago as well as ovarian cancer and my breasts are reconstructed. 

Ive been referred urgently to breast clinic which i am grateful for but its 13 days away and I'm just feeling a bit overwhelmed. 

I know it could be completely nothing to be concerned about but my heads a mess. 

I have young children in the house and i guess theres just t so much going on in my head right now, particularly as i ve been down that road before, i wouldn't wish what i went through on anyone.

Hubby is brilliant, hes really supportive BUT hes juat saying don't worry it's all gonna be ok, i wish i could not worry but i cant help it. 

K

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    Hi Hello,

    A very warm welcome to our forum.

    I am sorry to hear about your symptoms and the anxiety that they are causing you. Having had 2 bouts of breast cancer in the past 12 years myself, I fully empathise with your feelings. Like you, I am fortunate enough to have a very supportive hubby too, but no amount of placatory remarks really help at this stage - in fact they infuriated me, because like many, my imagination had already taken me to the darkest of places.

    It is so hard when you have already been through so much. Try not to overthink things (impossible I know). Do you have a date for your appointment yet? I sincerely hope that it turns out to be something insignificant.

    Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. I am always here if you want to talk.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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