Hi Kate

I don't think you're going to get an answer soon, because I think the nurses are away until tuesday.

I suggest you repost this question in the Pre-diagnosis signs part of the forum, where I think you'll get a lot of support from people who've gone through what you're going through now. 

I will just add that you don't have cancer until you have a definite diagnosis. Cross each bridge as you get to it, and don't assume the worst. 

Hi kate my mum was also called back a few years ago as well as my auntie and cousin but in the end they were told it was just fatty tissue so i know its hard buf try not to worry

Thank you for your reply.  I think it doesn't help losing both my parents within 6 months of each other, just when I thought I could start to go forward I get this call back.  The anxiety it causes is unreal, but again thank you for replying to me. x

Thank you for your reply.  The anxiety I feel is unreal, didn't think it possible, I am trying to stay level headed but unfortunately panic keeps taking over, but thank you for your reassuring words. xx

Hi Kate,

This is a rotten time of year to be left waiting to see what your recall shows. Many years ago I was called back after a routine mammogram and, like you, I was absolutely terrified. I had lost my mum to cancer after a 12 year battle with cancer, so naturally expected the worst possible outcome. In the event, I was given the all clear, so all of my worry was in vain. I sincerely hope that your outcome is the same.

You have been most unfortunate to lose both of your parents within only 6 months of one another. Did either of them have cancer? Waiting for any type of test which might diagnose cancer is a very scary time and all sorts of thoughts go through your head. Don't worry about crying a lot. This is a good release valve for the stress that you are under at the moment and is not at all unusual.

I shall be thinking of and praying for you on Thursday. Please let us know how you get on. We are always here for you whenever you feel like talking.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi Jolamine,  

Thank you for your reply, my dad passed away after 6 weeks having been diagnosed with lung cancer in April, my mum passed away suddenly with a heart attack.  I am pleased your result was fine, I know that I may be worrying over nothing but the wait is causing me so much stress, I pray that my outcome is ok and that on Thursday I can let you know I am ok, this site really opens your eyes and makes you realise you are not alone in the feelings and anxiety that you feel.  I wish you a happy new year. 

xx

Hello Kate,

I think it is normal to fear the worst in your circumstances, but as you know from the statistics, this could well turn out to be nothing to worry about. Anyone in this situation would be struggling to hold their nerve, but hang on and take it one step at a time.

Remember that when picked up on screening, breast cancer is usually at an early stage when treatment is very successful so don’t imagine the worst, but with any luck this will this turn out to be nothing more than a health scare. 

When we are under stress it is good to admit it and try and take things easy.  People say it can help to stay busy, but you know yourself, so work out what will help you get through the time until you know more.

All the best,

Julia

Thank you for your kind words Julia, I am so scared I don't there are words to describe.  Losing my dad and mum within 6 months of each other hasn't helped, the one person I want right now is my mum.  I am trying to hold it together but it isn't easy, I go back to work tomorrow so that should help keep my mind busy.  I hope I can report back that it was nothing to worry about.  Thank you again for your kind words.  Kate x

Would like to thank you all for your kindness during this worrying wait for me.

It turns out that there was a "smudge" that could be seen on the normal mammogram, I then had the mammogram that takes pictures bit by bit and the Consultant was happy that it was nothing to worry about, I had a really in depth ultra sound and the Consultant was happy again that nothing could be seen, I am now back to breathing and eating and going back to a 3 year mammogram.  

Thank you all once again.

Kate

I have had a recall yesterday and am absolutely terrified.  Going tomorrow for it, taking my hubby with me who is a wonderful support.  Cant help thinking the worst and my head is going mad with all the worst case scenarios.  At work trying to not think about it all but keep going back to it.  Cant eat, terrified