Hi, 

It sounds like you have been super speedy in getting seen and tested. I know this is a worrying time for you, and coming on here to chat will be a great way to get support from others who understand what you’re going through. 

Waiting for results is awful! Your mind goes through a million and one different thoughts- from feeling positive to the complete opposite, but the best thing is to just try and stay in the moment and deal with each thing as you come to it. Keep busy, keep distracted and really try to stay off google.

Sending you lots of love and positive wishes for your appointment xx 

I’m literally sat here with a painful breast and arm after having a lump, indentation near nipple and nipple changed direction (facing arm not forwards). Went to gp last Wednesday, been to the breast clinic tonight. Was examined and sent for mammogram and ultrasound. Lady doing mammogram said I’d only had one 6 months ago and They only usually do them every 12 months so I explained to her my symptoms and she went to ask someone for advice. She then came back and said they will do the ultrasound first, and if you need a mammogram, then I will do it.

Ultrasound, she took lots of pics and measurements on the screen then I went back for two mammograms and one breast. Then had to have two more mammograms done, then back to the ultrasound people who did biopsies and put titanium markers in as a precaution in case they need to do surgery. Was extremely worried by this point as in the past I usually have cysts (Which were drained when I went in January). They then sent me back to mammogram and had two more. Then went to see the specialist and although we have to wait two weeks for the results, he said he wants me to have an MRI. He emphasised that my breast tissue has changed a lot in six months and it is very concerning. He said you know what I mean don’t you? And I said yes but now I’m home after telling my partner and I’m doubting myself!! I was given a leaflet by the nurse that was with him and I thought it was explaining about the biopsy, but it’s a breast care nursing service leaflet.  And beginning to think I’ve made it up? Anaesthetic off quite quickly and I am so sore. Had all over the place…

I have my meeting a week tomorrow. I can't imagine what it will be like or what pre op tests that have to be done. You will have to let us know

Mine was easy to find. I didn't even have to put pressure on to feel something, but I'd lost around 10 lbs so I think that made it easier. When I did press, I could feel more of it. The positioning makes a difference too. Mine is underneath and to the side.
If you think you felt something and aren't sure, go anyway for reassurance. It is not a waste of time. Hope you are okay (as okay as you can be!).

Hey Bookworm, 

I can confirm we do have private messaging on the forum. I hope this guide we have on how to use private messaging will help, but if you get stuck or need any further assistance, just let me know.

Kind regards,

Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

Thank you Steph! Good to know!

Good that you have an appointment.  Just the wait to deal with  - the not knowing is hard, isn't it? I can't imagine it either.  I hate that they all know now and I don't yet, but I guess it's always going to be like that.
I'll update you when I can. Depending on what I'm told, I may need time to process. 

You'll be on my mind tomorrow. Have you found yourself 'imagining' all sorts of other symptoms and pains? A stomach pang and I think it's spread there. A headache ad it's gone to my brain

Mine literally seemed to appear overnight. The area looked slightly dimpled and whenI touched it I could immediately feel it. It felt like the size of a ping-pong ball, but it measures 2cms. It feels bigger than that. I don't like touching it because it makes me feel sick

Totally - a pain inbetween my shoulders (tightened muscles from anxiety!) and a pain in my chest - probably also anxiety!

Crikey - did you check regularly? I have to admit I can't remember the last time I checked,

Me too. I keep thinkig it must be in my lungs. I am having trouble getting my breath, but I am pretty sure I am just imagining it I have a pain between my shoulders and the bottom of my ribcage feels sore

Me too. I keep thinkig it must be in my lungs. I am having trouble getting my breath, but I am pretty sure I am just imagining it I have a pain between my shoulders and the bottom of my ribcage feels sore

It could be tight muscles. That was my cause. 

Anxiety can cause tight muscles and breathing difficulties too. Have you tried any breathing techniques like box breathing?  It might help.

Hope you start to feel better soon.  

Imagination goes haywire though.