Breast lump

Hi,

 

I found a small lump in my breast last week went and saw gp who referred me for a mammogram. It's so scary when you have to wait to be able to make an appointment and being in limbo with the what ifs. I would rather know then be sat around with the worry hanging over my head. 
 

I have 2 kids one who's very mummy and the oldest is pretty chill and laid back but I look at them and my mind wonders to some pretty horrible places like what would happen if I wasn't here? How would you cope? My partner is really supportive which is amazing. 
 

I keep having a breakdown as I keep thinking the worst and this is before I've even been to see anyone. The lump isn't painful I have no pain at all it's just the knowing it's there and knowing there is a chance it could be something is pretty scary in it's self. I feel like I'm about to burst into tears every 5 mins and I know I'm not the only one loads of people are on the same position as me it's crazy. 

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  • Hi I am sorry to hear this. I too found a lump last week and immediately saw my GP who has referred me. I have received my letter which says that I should receive a call within 3 working days and an appointment within 14 days and am trying to keep positive. The waiting is agony and as each day goes by I get more and more panicky so I completely understand how you are feeling.   My husband died 3 years ago and I have 3 grown up children. Its agony not telling them but there's no point in worrying them until I know for sure one way or the other. My mum died of breast cancer and my sister had breast cancer 8 years ago and had a double mastectomy so it is really hard to remain positive but I am trying. I wish you well and I hope you receive good news. Take care everyone who is going through similar or is undergoing treatment. Sending huge hugs to you all.

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  • Hi I am sorry to hear this. I too found a lump last week and immediately saw my GP who has referred me. I have received my letter which says that I should receive a call within 3 working days and an appointment within 14 days and am trying to keep positive. The waiting is agony and as each day goes by I get more and more panicky so I completely understand how you are feeling.   My husband died 3 years ago and I have 3 grown up children. Its agony not telling them but there's no point in worrying them until I know for sure one way or the other. My mum died of breast cancer and my sister had breast cancer 8 years ago and had a double mastectomy so it is really hard to remain positive but I am trying. I wish you well and I hope you receive good news. Take care everyone who is going through similar or is undergoing treatment. Sending huge hugs to you all.

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