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UPDATE - After chasing for information, I got a call to say I did not need to come back after all and letters, (have received two now) were sent in error. I am so glad I rang and told them how anxious I was and so glad they checked out my case AND so glad I'm ok! I can sleep tonight and concentrate on my work tomorrow. What a relief! 
Original post - I had examinations a mammogram, ultra sound and biopsy 29th sept after noticing one breast had raised area. The radiographer said all looked fine but consultant did the biopsy "to be on the safe side" but said he was sure it's nothing sinister. Said I'd get a letter or next couple of weeks. I was relieved. Today letter arrives for face to face appointment on 14th Oct. I'm sooo anxious. I can't get any further info. I can't concentrate, feel sick with worry. I see my daughter soon but can't tell her as she's just getting over cancer herself and I can't put this on her too. How am I going to function till I know? It must surely be bad news or why call me back! 

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    Hi there,

    Sorry to read what you're going through. I thought I'd get in touch as I'm in exactly the same postion!

    Found a lump right breast..had mammogram and ultrasound and they said it look d like a Fibroadenoma, but as it's new they wanted to do a biopsy anyway. 

    I have been called for a face to face on Monday. I get highly anxious and it's been very difficult to cope over the last few weeks. 

    You're not on your own, it's such a stressful time. Thinking of you and hope your results are good xx

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    Can completely relate to this as I too received a letter following my yearly breast MRI a couple of years ago which called me back. I couldn't cope and ended up calling the breast clinic to tell them how anxious I was and they moved my appointment. I do hope that everything is ok for you x 

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    Thank you for taking the time to get back to me. I live on my own and no family around so it's good to be able to share my feelings. I hope all goes well for you. Waiting is so stressful. I'm dreading having to work tomorrow. Hope I can concentrate. You have had longer to wait than me though so I shouldn't complain. 

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    Thank you. After chasing for info I got a call to confirm all is well and the letters were sent in error. 

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