Had breast biopsy today - have been told it's most likely cancer

Found a breast lump last week, which felt quite large. GP confirmed and I was referred to the breast clinic. First appointment was 3 weeks from initial GP appointment but i rang and got lucky and had the appointment today. It was a whirlwind of tests: mammogram,  ultrasound and biopsies. It's a hard mobile lump of 2.5 cm (initially thought to be 5cm) but no lymph node swelling felt.

Noone can say until the biopsy result are in but i was told it is likely to be cancer. Subsequent conversations were all positive regarding treatment and prognosis and I  feel fortunate that all these were in the same day and so quick.

Then i got the next appointment sent to me not long after getting home, which wasn't expected and I've  read up a bit, which is terrifying.

I go from dealing with it to panicking, and feeling like I'm going slightly mad with worry.  I know different parts of the country have different pathways. Interested to hear of other experiences and any advice on what to do or how to cope would be greatly appreciated. 

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  • Similar situation to you. Lump literally appeared overnight. Doctor referred me to the hospital and I went a week later, last Thursday. I had an examination, mammogram, ultrasound,  biopsy and another mammogram followed by a brief chat with the consultant. She asked me if I had any questions and I said no. Then I was introduced to my 'care nurse', which is apparently normal.  I was left with her and she asked me again if I had any questions. By this time I was starting to wonder if I was missing something. I said this to her and said "what am I supposed to be asking? You can't tell me what's next because you don't know until te results coe ack". She just said that I was missing nothing but that many people were confused at this stage.

    I am finding myself incredibly calm. I have told no one about it because I hate drama and fuss. If I can do this on my own then I shall but I am still wondering if I am missing something.  I go back next Friday 19th for results, options and pre op tests. Have you been back yet?

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  • Similar situation to you. Lump literally appeared overnight. Doctor referred me to the hospital and I went a week later, last Thursday. I had an examination, mammogram, ultrasound,  biopsy and another mammogram followed by a brief chat with the consultant. She asked me if I had any questions and I said no. Then I was introduced to my 'care nurse', which is apparently normal.  I was left with her and she asked me again if I had any questions. By this time I was starting to wonder if I was missing something. I said this to her and said "what am I supposed to be asking? You can't tell me what's next because you don't know until te results coe ack". She just said that I was missing nothing but that many people were confused at this stage.

    I am finding myself incredibly calm. I have told no one about it because I hate drama and fuss. If I can do this on my own then I shall but I am still wondering if I am missing something.  I go back next Friday 19th for results, options and pre op tests. Have you been back yet?

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