Waiting game.....high risk lesions/yearly mammograms

I have posted before, but I am hoping I can put other people's minds at rest whatever the diagnosis. I am under the breast clinic for LCIS which was found after my lumpectomy for a large fibroadenoma. I am 52 with dense breasts and have begun to come to terms with living with  high risk lesions. I used to worry with every lump and bump but have realized that the breast clinics are on it and if anything suspicious/ needs further testing they would contact you asap. With detailed reports I have learned not to panick as knowledge is power. Most of my lumps are probably due to fibrocystic breast, cysts etc.

I have been waiting for my yearly mammogram results since end of Dec. I decided to ring them today and was told nothing much has changed and nothing to worry about. I have still been told to keep my March appointment for the breast clinic. Apparently it's just for them to chat / explain what's going on( I have lots of benign changes)and to just examine my breasts. 

I think once you're under a breast clinic radar they look after you really well, even if it's a wait and see approach like mine. From experience no news is good news and you will be contacted quickly if anything needs to be done .

Thinking of everyone out there who is waiting on results/ going for tests.

Best wishes Guinea pig lover.

  • I'm so pleased to hear your results brought good news Guineapiglover. It must have been such a relief to hear this after patiently waiting so long to find out.

    I'm sure your post will really help others who are in a similar position and on the watch and wait approach so thank you for taking the time to share your experience and advice.

    I hope your appointment at the breast clinic goes well next month, but if you have any questions or concerns you would like to discuss with our team of cancer nurses before you go then do feel free to give them a call on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator