I have been referred for urgent breast screening however the wait times are crazy. I have looked at private examinations but due to being under 40 I don't seem to qualify for a mammogram privately . Any advice please
I have been referred for urgent breast screening however the wait times are crazy. I have looked at private examinations but due to being under 40 I don't seem to qualify for a mammogram privately . Any advice please
Hi Vicky56,
I am so sorry to hear that the waiting times have been crazy - did they give you an estimate as to how long you might have to wait? It might be worth trying to get in touch with them or your surgery and finding out how quickly you might be seen. If you have been referred for urgent breast screening, hopefully that means you won't have to wait too long.
There is useful information on our website on breast screening you might want to have a look at. It might be worth getting in touch with our cancer nurses to talk through your options and they might be able to guide you further. You can call them on this free number 0808 800 4040 - their helpline is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.
I hope other members of our community will be along shortly to share their experiences and insights. Fingers crossed you get seen soon and that you get some reassurance quickly.
Best wishes,
Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator