How long is normal to wait for Biopsy results ???

Hi, this is the first time i've sent a post on here, but i've read more than a few and have already found comfort to know there's someone to talk to. I've had a mammogram and ultrasound which both say i have a 'lump' and two lymph nodes are enlarged. I had a biopsy last Tuesday, they said the results would be 2 - 3 days but it's now over a week ago !! I phoned yesterday but they said when they have the results they'll let me know. I have pains in my back and am scared it might have spread there - or that could be stress? - but I just don't know. I first went to my doctor 5 weeks ago and haven't told anyone, except my husband, as I want to be able to answer my mum and sister's questions in a positive way. But I just don't know.

Also does anyone know if they can tell if it's spread just by the biopsy? They did a 'fine' needle biopsy under my arm, aswell as the four 'larger needle' biopsy on my breast. Would appreciate any help out there, I'm trying to keep positive but it's taking so much time, and I can think of nothing else.

Thanks, June

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  • I have a biopsy 5 weeks ago but still no news is that a good sign or bad been so worried 

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    Hi Barnes,

    Welcome to our community. I am sorry to hear about the long wait for your biopsy results. Can I ask what type of cancer you were being checked for? Some biopsies seem to take considerably longer than others. I am a breast lady and my results have come back within a week.

    It is always worth asking at the time of any test, how long you are ikely to have to wait to get your results. You could phone up your consultant's secretary and ask here what the position is. I hope that you get an answer soon.

    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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    Hi Barnes,

    Welcome to our community. I am sorry to hear about the long wait for your biopsy results. Can I ask what type of cancer you were being checked for? Some biopsies seem to take considerably longer than others. I am a breast lady and my results have come back within a week.

    It is always worth asking at the time of any test, how long you are ikely to have to wait to get your results. You could phone up your consultant's secretary and ask here what the position is. I hope that you get an answer soon.

    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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