Hi,

I have suffered with multiple lumps over the years. Always in the right breast - variety of cysts and fibrodenomas. I have actually been the breast clinic 2 in the past 9 months. The first time i had a physical exam on both breasts, mammo and ultrasound. The second time just a physical exam and ultrasound- both times comfirmed cysts 

About 5 weeks ago, a large lump have appeared in my left breast. Very noticeable as soon as it appeared. I was told at my last breast clinic appointment in April that although there are no lumps in my left breast, it is full of dense breast tissue. I decided to leave the lump to see how it got  on. Anyway, still there so went GP yesterday.

He has put the fear of god into me and said it feels/looks tethered and has referred me to the breast clinic. I said "surely it would have appeared on Novembers mammogram". He said "well yes but there is always exceptions"

So i have the worst night ever, anxiety through the roof. I am due on holiday in 2 weeks for my brothers wedding so if i have to wait the full 2 week turnaround that takes me right up to our holiday date.

My best friend works for a private healthcare hospital and has secured me an appointment today. Obviously at a cost. If the results aren't favourable, I couldn't afford to continue with private treatment, i would have to go back to nhs. How does that even work? Am i best just waiting for my NHS appointment?