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I had a letter yesterday after routine mammogram with a follow up appointment on Wednesday. I was really shocked but relatively calm yesterday but today feel a mounting panic and can’t stop thinking about it. My husband suffers from anxiety and gets really stressed if I am ill so he’s not much of a support. I feel stupid and pathetic, feels like I’m over reacting but wonder how I’m going to last till Wednesday. I’m supposed to be going on holiday the week after but don’t really want to go if I get bad news or am waiting for results. Has anyone else had similar feelings?

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    Hi KPrep,

    A very warm welcome to our forum.

    I am sorry to hear that you have been recalled following your mammogram. You are not alone in feeling so anxious. This happens to most of us. However, it doesn't always mean bad news. I was recalled after a routine mammogram, but this was because they didn't get a clear enough image to rule cancer out. Fortunately, the second mammogram was ok and nothing abnormal was detected.

    Try to keep yourself busy for the next few days - this usually helps to take your mind off the wait.

    I shall be thinking of you on Wednesday, 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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