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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    Hi Suzy,

    Welcome to the forum.

    It is never easy waiting for the results of tests and three weeks will seem like a lifetime. Unfortunately, it is what it is and the best thing to make the time pass is to keep yourself busy.

    Your emotional state is perfectly normal. Most of us find ourself crying buckets for no particular reason. There are so many unknowns at the moment that your mind goes into overdrive and, all the nasty little 'what ifs' creep in during the early hours of the morning. This will all gradually settle down once you know exactly what you are dealing with and start to move on.

    Do please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

    Still hoping for good results in 2 weeks time.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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