Hi AJ98,

I am so sorry to hear that you lost your mum to secondary breast cancer and have had to re-visit this site for yourself this time. I lost my mum to secondary breast cancer 26 years ago and was diagnosed myself 14 years ago. I had a second bout the following year, but I still lead a busy and fulfilling life, even though I never expected to, when I was first told.

This wait to be seen is always a scary one, but you have done the right thing, by getting it investigated. I know that the wait feels like forever, but you are almost there. Not all breast lumps are cancerous. Many turn out to be benign cysts, or due to fibrous or hormonal changes. It is a fact that only 20 % of people who attend the breast clinic, will get a cancer diagnosis. At your age it is extremely rare, but sadly, not impossible. You may not get your results on the day, if they have to carry out a biopsy. It usually takes from 1-2 weeks for the results of these to come back. I sincerely hop that nothing untoward is found

Many of us experience frustration with the positivity of family and friends, but try to be patient with them - they are trying to support you.

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

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hiya i also have this and have been trying to find photos but i cant seem to find any. My areola/nipple keeps pukkering and it feels like my one boob goes tight when its happening. I have my appoitment on monday and ive got a horrible gut feeling more is going on :(

Hi all, sorry I've been really quiet, just trying to be busy whilst waiting for my appointment. I hope those of you with appointments this week get the answers you need. It seems like other parts of the country have shorter wait times so that's good, at least. Hope you are all having an OK weekend (weather here is gross!) X

I am so sorry to hear about you losing your Mum so recently and that you are also having this going on as well xxx Sending you loads of love and support xxx

I'm waiting on an appointment too and it's bloody all I think about, as much as I try to distract myself. I have the opposite issue with family and friends, in that it is me reassuring them that it is likely a cyst or hormonal lump. My Mother disagrees with me and says she thinks it is C and my two friends that I told are equally doom and gloom. I probably shouldn't have shown them the pic of my boob but I was looking for reassurance, not the opposite. 

If I get the all clear, note to self, if I have another scare I am keeping it to myself! 

I can understand though that the uber positive stuff would be annoying also!

I hope the week goes quickly for you so that you can get the answers that you need xxx

I'm sorry to hear that you have it too and are also on the hunt for pics! I hope tomorrow goes quickly and you get some answers on Monday, please let us know how it went xxx

I am not convinced mine isn't severe stretch marks despite being told they aren't. Maybe the Doc just hasn't seen quite a deflated pair as mine! I am trying to stay positive as the odds are more in favour of it being ok but it's hard when my family seemed convinced it isn't ok. They are a weird bunch!

Monday is nearly here so wishing you all the best! I hope you get a positive outcome :) xx

Ladies 

wishing you all the luck in the world just letting you no I’m here to chat or help if I. Can my diagnosis was some time ago july  22 fully back to crazy life but happy to help in anyway I can xx big hugs Lara xx 

Thank you Laraj xxx

I go in the morning and am so eager to find out what it is looking like. This week has been really difficult.

One thing that this week has made me decide is that from now on, I am not putting off going to the Dr. I have had bladder issues for a while so once this appointment is out of the way (and it is benign, hopefully), I am going to make an appointment for that.

My weight is still dropping and that is worrying me. I only have to look at a sausage roll usually and gain half a stone.

Still, will know more tomorrow. I hope everyone is doing ok and staying warm!

Sending love xxx

Hi Ivy,

I shall be thinking of you tomorrow and I sincerely hope that all goes well. I am also glad to hear that this has been the nudge you needed to see your GP, about your bladder issues and I hope that s/he can find a solution for you.

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

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Good luck for tomorrow I hope everything goes ok for you, keep us updated and we’re here if you need us xx