Had breast biopsy today

I had my  urgent 2 week referral appointment today for a breast lump I found 5 weeks ago . My initial consultation agreed there was a lump - he didn’t think it was anything sinister but sent me for an ultrasound to confirm and said he would be surprised if I needed a biopsy.

I was feeling really happy to hear this positive news so was absolutely shocked whilst having the ultra sound that they were concerned and I had to have 2 core biopsies taken and a marker placed  and another mammogram.  I was told It definitely is not a cyst as it is solid about 2-3 cm.. My lymph nodes are also clear which is a positive.

I burst into tears with anxiety .test results are 4- 6 weeks .I  also have a  family holiday in 3 weeks to Italy and I’m thinking of cancelling

The anaesthetic is wearing off now and it’s so painful- it’s almost under my armpit so I keep bumping it .

has anyone had anything similar? And did they get the results quicker ?  Thanks in advance x

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  • Thank you so much for your thoughts, the consultant was very patient with me - he could tell what a state I had worked myself into. He looked at my rash and had a feel, he isn’t concerned at all. He said as a breast consultant of 45 years he has seen many ibc cases and isn’t concerned about how my rash looks, he thinks it’s a reaction to something to do with the biopsy.

    Ohh yes the steri strips don’t feel like they cover enough do they, although I guess it’s important to let it breathe. I am so glad you’re feeling a lot more comfortable xxx 

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