Waiting on 2nd biopsy

Hi, 

I was recalled for a 2nd mamogram after routine one, I think it was beginning of November. During that appointment I ended up having an ultrasound and then a punch biopsy. I then waited 2 weeks for the results. I was told I would need a further biopsy but a vaccum assisted one but was then called to be told the lump was too large for that kind of biopsy. I went to a further appointment to be told what would happen for the surgical biopsy. This will be carried out end of January. 

I am at my wits end with it all and I have been told 80% biopsies are benign but that doesn't calm the nerves. I have tried to put it out my mind but it is difficult. I am more worried as my auntie has had breast cancer 4 times.

I was wondering how many 6 o'clock masses are malignant?

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  • Hi Polli,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm sorry to hear you've been waiting a while for this - I'm sure this is frustrating and also not easy to be dealing with uncertainty.

    I'm not too sure on the answer to your question, but as it's a general stat it may not be too helpful to your individual situation anyway.

    It's easier said than done, but try to keep busy and focus on other things while you wait for your appointment, and take things a day at a time.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Hi Polli,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm sorry to hear you've been waiting a while for this - I'm sure this is frustrating and also not easy to be dealing with uncertainty.

    I'm not too sure on the answer to your question, but as it's a general stat it may not be too helpful to your individual situation anyway.

    It's easier said than done, but try to keep busy and focus on other things while you wait for your appointment, and take things a day at a time.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator

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