Hi Katiee,

Welcome to the forum! sorry you find yourself here, but glad to hear it’s a great comfort hearing everyone’s stories - it’s certainly helped me feel less alone during the past few weeks and everyone is so lovely and happy to chat things out. 

will this be your first time to the breast clinic? How old are you if you don’t mind me asking? I’m 34 years old (in case you wanted to know) Im sure everyone else here will agree that waiting for that initial appointment is horrible and the mind goes into overdrive. However, you’ve done the right thing going to see the doctor and getting referred to have to experts look over you. 

sending you lots of positive vibes and hugs, you’ve got this! 

xx

Hey Sandpiper899,

thank you so much for replying to me, I really appreciate it - definitely makes me feel like I’m not alone in all this and is reassuring. 

yes this will be my first time to the clinic so not really sure what to expect, and I’m 29. 

really need to stop looking at google too as it’s really not helping! I think my biggest fear is that I’m moving abroad for a year at the end of the month so I’m terrified if anything comes up that it will change my life plan! Trying not to think the worst though but easier said than done! 

thank you so much, sending you lots of positive vibes and hugs too! Have you got an appointment for your ultrasound? 

xx

It really does help to know that there are others in similar situations and in this awful limbo period. If it helps, I can tell you about my first time to the clinic - I had an initial consultation where I was examined and then received an invitation for an ultrasound at a later date. The nurses and everyone there was so lovely, smiley and welcoming, it really did make a scary situation that bit more comforting. I’ve noticed a fair few people seem to have a one stop clinic at their hospital where follow up ultrasounds etc are done on the same day, although I think this depends on the location/hospital facilities.

oh bless you, try and stay away from dr Google if you can. I know the brain craves comfort and reassurance, but by googling and researching, we end up scaring ourselves silly and worrying after reading something we wish we hadn’t (That was the case for me when  I started this post a few weeks ago at silly o clock haha). 

I would say to surround yourself with a good support network of friends, family or chat with the lovely community on this forum during this anxious time and throw yourself into work/tasks to distract yourself during the wait. 

I have my ultrasound appointment tomorrow morning first thing, so I’ll definitely keep you all posted! Take care lovely.

xx

Hi Sandpiper,

I shall be thinking of you tomorrow and hope that your ultrasound goes well.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi Katiee,

Avery warm welcome to our forum.

I am sorry to hear that you find yourself in the unenviable position of waiting for a breast clinic appointment. This is always a worrying time - most of us would agree that it is the worst time of our cancer journey. Irrespective of the outcome, you will find it easier to cope with once you know what you are dealing with. I am glad to hear that your GP wasn't concerned when she saw you. Whilst she noticed that your nipple was slightly inverted and you weren't aware of this, it may have always been the case and may be nothing to worry about. Your appointment will usually come through within 2 weeks from the date of referral, although it can take a little longer in some areas.

I agree with Sandpiper, google is nobody's friend at this stage and we usually advise people to try and resist the temptation and steer clear. You are certainly not alone. We all know exactly what you are going through and are always here for you. At your age it is less likely to be cancer, but sadly, not impossible. However the statistics are still good. Out of every 10 people who attend the breast clinic, only 2 will get a cancer diagnosis. Not all lumps are cancerous. Many turn out to be benign cysts, fibrous or hormonal changes.

When you attend the clinic, you are likely to have an ultrasound, which will show up any soft tissue changes in your breast. If something even slightly suspicious is found, you may then have a biopsy. If you need a biopsy, there is usually another delay of 1-2 weeks to get the results. This is the test that detects whether or not there are any cancer cells in the altered tissues.

I hope that your appointment comes through soon and that nothing untoward is found. Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi Sandpiper

Good luck for tomorrow. I have been trying to keep busy to distract the thoughts. I took baby to my mom and dads today to get out of house as was on my own so the thoughts start and felt down today. I am hoping mine is a one stop check don’t think I could wait more than I have already to find out what is going on. It is a strange one though as part of me wants to get it over and another part doesn’t want to know as if it’s not good news it will change my whole life and all around me . 

I feel exactly the same about wanting to know, but dreading knowing at the same time. I keep thinking about what I might have to tell my kids, friends etc, and it doesn’t bear thinking about really. I feel I’m just waiting for my life to change in two days when I get my results  - horrible, isn’t it? xx 

Gooner 

I pray you get a good result , but honestly if it’s bad , it’s no where near as bad when you go through it , I promise you , it’s a little rollercoaster but it’s short term remember and things go back to normal crazy life in no time xx 

sending you a huge hug and got everything crossed for you xxx love Lara xx

Thank you Lara- it really helps knowing you know what it’s like xx