Morning all 

Same as you all went to see doctor on Friday had letter today for breat clinic week today 

Is ut normal for appointment to come so fast 

I found one lump in right upper side of breast but during doctor exam found a further 2 in arm pit can not get it off my brain and had a melt down friday night 

Hey Missty,

Welcome to the forum and sorry to hear that you’re having a tough time with worry.

like others have said, it’s all very normal to receive your referral very quickly. I received a referral review letter in the post the day after my doctors appointment, but then it took a few weeks to get my appointment (due to the waitlist in my area and recent strikes) whereas others received their appointments much quicker than me. 

I’m pleased you’ve managed to get an appointment so soon, but please don’t read anything into this. 

it’s incredibly hard to focus on anything else when you’re so anxious, but honestly, having a good cry and getting those emotions out are so important. I hope you have a good support network around you - do try and keep yourself busy if you can. Watch a few episodes of something to take your mind off things or take yourself out for a lovely walk somewhere pretty and soak up nature. 

Let us know how you get on, we are all here to chat anytime xx

At least they're going really fast. Not bad for the NHS.

Yes to be honest I couldn’t fault anything so far they have been fab, and keeping me updated almost daily, plus really nice too xx

That's lovely. Keep us posted how you get on. 

I ended up telling my mom and dad. This happened because I had to ask them to have my baby whilst I went to the drs. I didn’t tell them what for but then came home crying. Think I was in shock with the urgent referral. It was probably a good thing as I tend the keep things to myself.

Me too, until you dig yourself into a rabbit hole. 

Thank you for sharing this as I have been prodding air and it is quite sore but not sure whether it’s the lump that is sore or me prodding that has made it sore. I will leave it alone. I have a week for any damage that I have done to heal. Sending you lots of love will you be having anymore tests x

Yes I even had a miscarriage and didn’t tell them. I had a second one and again they found out due to childcare needs whilst attending hospital. I think it’s partly because I don’t want to bother or worry/ upset anyone else with my problems. 

Aw you’re very welcome! Glad the info has been of some use to a couple of you. And a week between now and your appointment will help with the healing. It’s actually mad how much trauma showed up on the ultrasound from the prodding/poking of the breast tissue. I don’t think I’ll be having any more tests, they left it as all ok, and told me to stop prodding haha xx

I bet most women go in with bruising from prodding. I found myself, a few times, checking to make sure I didn't make it up.

Hi Sandpiper,

Many thanks for your update. I am delighted to hear that nothing untoward was found and understand why you would feel happier if a lipoma was confirmed. However, as you say, a lesson learned - it is so hard not to poke and prod once you feel that you've found something. Don't hesitate to go back if you are aware of any other changes.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi Sandpiper,

Many thanks for your update. I am delighted to hear that nothing untoward was found and understand why you would feel happier if a lipoma was confirmed. However, as you say, a lesson learned - it is so hard not to poke and prod once you feel that you've found something. Don't hesitate to go back if you are aware of any other changes.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi Jolamine, thank you so much for your kindness & support. I have since heard from the hospital who have said they believe that the areas of concern in both breasts is fat necrosis (nothing to worry about) which can appear as hard lumps.

I hope this can provide some positive hope for those that are worried and currently awaiting their appointment at the breast clinic.

My heart goes out to anyone experiencing bad news and remember that I will always be happy to chat & provide support like you have all done for me on this wonderful forum. 

all the best lovely people xx

That is great news Sandpiper x

Hi Sandpiper,

I am delighted to hear that you've got good news and I'm sure that this will provide some hope for those awaiting their results. It would be great to have your future support on this forum. Sadly, those with good results, usually disappear into the ether and get on with their lives. Those who get a cancer diagnosis tend to stay and this can skew the results for those newly seeking support.

I'm so pleased for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx