Hi jester 

welcome 

sorry that you have found a lump it's a worry I had BC last year I'm now fully recovered and back living my life as it never happened.

I found a lump last June I'm 48  but I have a private insurance so I didn't wait I went to a one stop clinic next day after as the wait would of cracked me up I was told there and then it looked suspicious and biopsy week later confirmed it .

I wouldn't worry to much lots of ladies here get lumps and it comes back clear try and keep busy. I no it's easier said than done .

I wish you the best please stay here for support lots of lovely ladies .

love Lara ️

Hi Jester

I too have found a big lump in my right breast. I have been to the breast clinic 5 times in as many years and all lumps have turned out to be cysts. The last time I went was in October 2022.

however, this time instead of being the size of a pea and usually on the outside of my breast, the doctor said this one is a 3cm hard craggy lump behind my nipple. So, it's sent my head into a right spin! 

I went to the doc on Thursday and now have an appointment at the breast clinic on Tuesday 28th February. 

I am 50 in May, a full time Headteacher and single mum of a 19 year old at uni and a 15 year old doing his GCSEs.

I have been on this treadmill before but it just feels different this time and I don't mind admitting I am really scared this time and like you having to put a brave face on at work on Monday is not something I am looking forward to.

If you haven't got your hospital date yet, check on the NHS app if you have it as the date popped up on mine a couple of hours after the GP appointment.

Keep your head up and know that you are not on our own. Sending lots of positive thoughts your way! Xx

Thank you so much for your reply. Trying to distract myself with getting into a NETFLIX binge watch - not very productive but it is a respite from my thoughts.

it's great to hear that you are doing so well, certainly helps with trying to think positively.

I am so sorry you are in the same situation as me, Monday will definitely be difficult, Thank you for the NHS app tip, just logged on but nothing. However, I do have a referral booking for sonething else and that is not showing either. So unsure if mine is accurate. 
I hope your app't goes well on 28th, sending positive thoughts back to you xx

Hi hate the Sunday going back. Hope you sleep well jetster and you enjoyed your Netflix binge. Keep me posted on how you're getting on :-) xx

Hi Jester,

A very warm welcome to our forum. 

You have done the right thing by getting this checked out quickly. Having had 2 bouts of breast cancer myself, I know how worrying this wait is and how our imaginations run away with us. My two children were in the same age group as yours and they dealt with my diagnosis very well. I had lost my mum to secondary breast cancer, with metastases in her liver, lungs, brain and bone, so I was absolutely terrified. It is now 13 years ago since I was first diagnosed and I am still leading a busy and fulfilling life. In that time I have seen my children leave school, go to university, graduate, find gainful employment, marry and give me 2 beautiful granddaughters, so I feel very fortunate. Treatments have advanced so much since my mum was diagnosed. There is just no comparison between the diagnosis, treatment and aftercare which we have both experienced.

Although we can develop cancer at any age, we are more likely to get it in the over 50 age group. However, not all lumps are cancerous. Many turn out to be cysts or fibroadenoma. It is a fact that of all those who attend the breast clinic, only 2 people in every 10 will receive a cancer diagnosis. 

Sadly, no amount of worry will change anything, so try to put your best face on tomorrow and keep busy. Likewise, when you go home try to find some pastime to distract yourself with. This helps the time to pass and stops you from thinking about cancer all of the time. You may find yourself feeling over emotional and short-tempered at times and may even find that you become quite tearful. Don't worry if you do. This is all stress related and the tears are a good release valve.

I know that you haven't had a diagnosis yet, and I sincerely hope that you don't ever get one, but just in case - most people don't tell family and friends, until they know what they are dealing with. If the worst comes to the worst and you eventually have to break the news, you will find that how others react will greatly depend upon how you tell them. I have found that the more positive you are about the outlook, the better people will take the news. 

I hope that your appointment comes through soon. Don't expect an answer on the day of your first appointment. Although a few do get one, most of us have to wait for another 1-2 weeks before we get the results of tests and biopsies.

Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi Liveonce,

A very warm welcome to our forum. 

I am sorry to hear that you are in this unenvious position again. No matter how many times we go through it, it doesn't get any easier!

You have done the right thing by getting this checked out. Having had 2 bouts of breast cancer myself, I know how worrying this wait is and how our imaginations run away with us. My two children were in the same age group as yours and they dealt with my diagnosis very well. I had lost my mum to secondary breast cancer, with metastases in her liver, lungs, brain and bone, so I was absolutely terrified. It is now 13 years ago since I was first diagnosed and I am still leading a busy and fulfilling life. In that time I have seen my children leave school, go to university, graduate, find gainful employment, marry and give me 2 beautiful granddaughters, so I feel very fortunate. Treatments have advanced so much since my mum was diagnosed. There is just no comparison between the diagnosis, treatment and aftercare which we have both experienced.

Although we can develop cancer at any age, we are more likely to get it in the over 50 age group. However, not all lumps are cancerous. As you know, many turn out to be cysts or fibroadenoma. It is a fact that of all those who attend the breast clinic, only 2 people in every 10 will receive a cancer diagnosis. 

Sadly, no amount of worry will change anything, so try to put your best face on tomorrow and keep busy. Likewise, when you go home try to find some pastime to distract yourself with. This helps the time to pass and stops you from thinking about cancer all of the time. You may find yourself feeling over emotional and short-tempered at times and may even find that you become quite tearful at times. Don't worry if you do. This is all stress related and the tears are a good release valve.

I know that you haven't had a diagnosis yet, and I sincerely hope that you don't ever get one, but just in case - most people don't tell family and friends, until they know what they are dealing with. If the worst comes to the worst and you eventually have to break the news, you will find that how others react will greatly depend upon how you tell them. I have found that the more positive you are about the outlook, the better people will take the news. 

I am glad to hear that you have an appointment for February 28th. I expect that you already know not to expect an answer on the day of your first appointment. Although a few do get one, most of us have to wait for another 1-2 weeks before we get the results of tests and biopsies.

Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Thank you so much for your reply, it means a lot. I did have a more positive day yesterday, I didn't allow my mind to wander too far. In work now, awaiting the students and feel like the distraction will be a good thing.

I will definitely update when I hear more.

I will do, you too!

I called the number on my referral letter that said to ring today if I hadn't heard anything and the lady on the outpatient appointment phoneline said because of COVID, the wait will more likely be 3 to 4 weeks. 
I'm shocked and so worried. Rang my Drs surgery to ask for advice and they've red flagged a message for the Drs secretary in the morning to ask if I have any other options or if I need to go private, any recommendations. I definitely cannot wait 3 to 4 weeks, I'm already going out of my mind. Today has been so tough at school, a full teaching day and before and after school meetings on top of knowing I'm going to be visited at some point this week for a 'walkthrough' by the Principal and Head of Dep't. I wish it was today, even though they were in the dep't during a lesson I was teaching to my most challenging class re behaviour. I just need that ticked off my list.
I got home and just sobbed like a baby.