Worried I have IBC. Breast clinic appt tomorrow. V.scared

So I posted a few weeks back, can't seem to find my original post. But I had been to my GP about a red mark that had appeared on my breast and burning sensation. I was referred to the breast clinic and my appointment is eventually tomorrow afternoon

The red mark isn't really red at this stage but is still there and much darker. But today I woke up with a red rash on the underside of my breast along with another red spot which is sore. My breast is still much larger than the other as well. I'm in a state of panic, I can't focus on anything, I need to pull myself around for my little girl but when I see her face it makes me even more panicked at the thought of being sick

I know I'm going to get some kind of answer tomorrow but it's just getting to that point. Everything is pointing at IBC and I'm scared witless 

  • I'm so sorry that you're so worried, it must be so hard. I know it's not easy, but try not to worry too much, until you have something to worry about. When I had to go for more mammagrams and biopsies, I really didn't worry too much, but was then given a breast cancer diagnosis. At first, I was in tears, but then realised that I had to stay strong and fight it. The hardest part was telling my family, hubby was with me. I have been very lucky and it was caught early. I was diagnosed at the end of June 2021, had surgery 3rd August 2021, started chemo, but only had 2 cycles as it didn't suit me. Had radiotherapy which finished on the 5th January this year and finally got to ring the bell. 

    I sincerely hope that it's not cancer, but if it is, stay strong and fight it with all your strength. 

    I'm 69 now, and it was overwhelming at times, but we got there. 

  • Thank you for your reply.

    I lost my mum to breast cancer when she was in her 30s so when I was only a baby and I have no memories of her. My little girl is only 4 so its terrifying me the thought of her seeing me sick.let alone leaving her.

    I know breast cancer treatments have come a long way but for inflammatory breast cancer I know prognosis is still low. 

    Just want tomorrow over with asap

  • I'm so sorry you lost your mum when you were so young. I really hope it's better news than you think, and if you need to talk, I'm here. x

  • I thought I would update for anyone else going through a similar thing. 

    Had my breast clinic appointment today and after exam and scan everything looked fine. They were not sure about the swelling but thought the marks were perhaps some kind of skin condition 

    A massive sigh of relief. Cant wait to get home and hug my little girl

    Grateful for the supportive messages I've had on here and wishing everyone else positive news x

  • That is brilliant news, I'm so happy for you. Go and hug your little girl tightly. xxx