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MJT1977
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Hi

Just stumbled across this forum (thank goodness). I've had a lump in my left breast for ages. I noticed it early last year, if not before but chose to bury my head I the sand, for whatever reason. 

On 2nd Jan I decided to go to the drs, who then referred me to the breast clinic the same day. I was impressed that they rang me the following day and booked me in for tests on the 8th Jan. 

I went to the appointment, had a mammogram and ultrasound to be told yes there is a lump, it looks benign but they did a core biopsy aswell and inserted a 'marker' into it.

Now I'm waiting....upto 3 weeks they said.

This is the most stressful thing I have ever gone through. My husband came with me to the appointment but I haven't told any other family members. The thought of worrying them unnecessarily upsets me. I have a 15 year old daughter who would be absolutely mortified, a 7 year old who probably wouldn't get it (that's probably a good thing). I can't talk to my husband properly as he gets upset aswell and I seem to be the 'rock'of the family.

Now my brain is going haywire... thinking... all of the 'what ifs' that come with it to do with work, bills, telling people. The list and thoughts go on. 

I'm 46 (47 next month) and just waiting..... its so hard to stay strong and focused and I haven't even had results yet.

Just wanted to come here and connect with others who maybe going through the same thing.

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    Hi Pippin,

    I shall be thinking of you tomorrow and hope that all goes well for you.

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

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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    Thank you Jolamine for your support, it is very much appreciated. I am trying really hard to prepare myself in case it's not good news. I just hope that whatever it is that it's curable. Will let you know how it goes. Xx

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      good luck xx

  • Offline in reply to Kris88

    Thank you so much, on my way to the hospital now. Xx

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    Have been told that I have two types of breast cancer, but very treatable. Dr was lovely and very reassuring. Actually feel much calmer than I have all week. I also talked of my worry of inflammatory breast cancer, because of redness. She suggested a skin biopsy, to put my mind at rest and will see me again next week. Also waiting to see if HER2 positive or negative, mri and ct scan. 

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    Hi Pippen,

    I'm sorry to hear that you have 2 types of cancer - did they say what types you have? Irrespective of the outcome, it is always easier once you know the results of the biopsy. I see that you are still waiting on other results  and hope that you get these tests done quickly. I am glad to hear that the consultant has also carried out a skin biopsy, to see what is causing the redness.

    It sounds as if your consultant really listened to what you had to say and reacted to it. This is great - it makes all the difference to have someone who you trust to take care of you. It is also great to hear that your cancer is very treatable.

    Here's hoping that you get all the answers by next week and you can start to move forward.

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

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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    I sorry to hear that Pippen. Did they say what they are and what the treatment will be? 

    How are you feeking now youve had time to process it all? Xx

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    They said I have Lobula and invasive ductal carcinoma. It is also in one lymph node. Waiting for result to see if I'm HER2 positive or negative. Should hear next week along with skin biopsy result. Will definitely be having surgery, possibly mastectomy. Waiting for mri and ct scan appointments also. Feel much calmer now, the waiting was the worse bit. Have a long road ahead but will try and be as positive as I can be. Thanks for all your support, it's great to talk to people who understand what you're going through. Xx

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    Hi MJT1977, hope you're feeling a bit better today. 

  • Offline in reply to Pippin24

    Trying to stop myself from slipping into some sort of depressive state. It's hard...

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