Hi, I’m 38 and found a lump it lumps, can’t tell, seen my GP Wednesday afternoon and she had also put in a 2 week referral, i recieved a letter this morning to say somebody will be in touch from my local breast clinic which had advised me if I don’t hear anything by Mon 11 to call them. It might be worth giving them a ring. I’m also terrified as my GP didn’t exactly put my mind at ease in my appointment but the waiting is torture, we should keep each other updated x

Hey Lebell!

thanks for posting on the this thread. It sounds like we are in a similar position awaiting our appointments at the breast clinic. I gave them a ring and they advised it’s likely to be in a few weeks time due to backlog. I hope you hear from your local clinic asap so you can get seen and put your mind at ease. 

this waiting around period feels awful doesn’t it? I feel so sick and scared. Sending you love and lots of positive vibes. Ensure you keep yourself busy and do lots of nice things for yourself. Feel free to message and keep us updated. Xx

Hi, yes the waiting is the worst, can’t help but Google even though I shouldn’t, it’s just the unknowns isn’t it. Trying to keep myself busy with work and the kids are back at school too so it all helps. I really hope you don’t have to wait too long for your appointment, how long have you waited so far? It’s amazing how different waiting periods are in different areas. X

It’s so hard resisting Google, the brain craves comfort and answers, but all we do is end up down a rabbit hole and scare ourselves further - I’m definitely guilty of this even though I know I need to stop. It’s hard isn’t it? 

I’m glad work and the kids are keeping you busy, we just have to keep going and live like we would if we weren’t awaiting referrals :)

thank you so much. I went to docs last Friday and got a letter the day after saying to call if I haven’t heard from them by the 5th sep - I phoned today and they said it’s likely to be a few weeks time. I’m in sussex, what county are you in? X 

I know it’s hard as u say we want answers but we know in reality we’re not going to get them until our appointment, at the earliest but we still do it to ourselves. Your time scale sounds pretty s ar to mine then, I hope I’m not waiting too long at I go on holiday in 3 weeks, really would rather know something before going so I’m not on holiday in limbo  (crossing my fingers).

I'm in Cumbria, not really sure what timescales here are like at the minute, just a waiting game.

I hope you get your appointment through soon, keep me informed I’d love to hear how u get on and hopefully nothing to worry about x

I know it’s hard as u say we want answers but we know in reality we’re not going to get them until our appointment, at the earliest but we still do it to ourselves. Your time scale sounds pretty s ar to mine then, I hope I’m not waiting too long at I go on holiday in 3 weeks, really would rather know something before going so I’m not on holiday in limbo  (crossing my fingers).

I'm in Cumbria, not really sure what timescales here are like at the minute, just a waiting game.

I hope you get your appointment through soon, keep me informed I’d love to hear how u get on and hopefully nothing to worry about x

Hey lovely! 

I’m hopeful you’ll get your appointment soon so you can enjoy peace of mind for your holiday in a few weeks time. Give them a call on the date stated in your letter if no word from them and see what they say, there may be a backlog. Fingers crossed.

How are you feeling today? I’ve been keeping myself busy by sorting out my house and having a clearout - loading lots of unwanted clothes onto vinted which is a good distraction. 

absolutely, will definitely keep you posted. Hopefully not much longer for us both! X

Hi Sandpiper,

A very warm welcome to our forum.

You have done the right thing by getting these lumps investigated, even though this waiting time is so worrying. It is not at all unusual to have sleepless nights and all sorts of emotions during this time. You are right to try and steer clear of the internet at present - not easy I know, but it can take you to all sorts of dark places and doesn't give you any answers. LCR has given you some good advice about keeping yourself busy in the meantime.

It is a pity that your area has a backlog, but I hope that your appointment comes through soon. Only 2 people out of every 10, who attend the breast clinic, get a cancer diagnosis, so here's hoping that you'll be one of the lucky ones.

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

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi Jolamine! 

Thanks for the lovely warm welcome to the group and for your kind message. 

the internet can definitely take you to all kinds of dark places, so agreed absolutely best to avoid until we know what we’re dealing with. Yourself and the other lovely members have given some great advice and nice messages which have really helped. I

Those figures are really reassuring, thank you. I’ll definitely keep you all update with what will hopefully be good news! 

all the best!  Xx

Hi, yes I’m going to give them a ring tomorrow if nothing comes in the post.

not feeling too bad the children were at their ninni and grandads for the night last night so we went out for food and a few cocktails, and today I’ve kept busy with uniform ironing and food shopping haha. How are you feeling have you managed to keep busy?

I also noticed today that if I raise my arm my left breast (where my lump is) also dips in, hoping that it does this with cysts and other things not related to the ‘C’ word but it does have me even more worried xx