I found an area of thickened lumpy tissue in my right breast before Christmas which was a bit tender. Thought it was maybe because period was due so left it but didnt improve and has become a little more tender. Went to GP walk in clinic on Wednesday morning. She was an hour and half late for surgery, understandibly because of the bad weather.

When she called me through she was quite abrupt,I explained what was wrong and she examined me. She said 'yes there is a definate lump there' and went to her computer. She asked me did I smoke, was there a history of breast cancer in the family? I was then given some paper to 'give to reception ,I am referring you to the breast clinc'

There was no reassurance,empathy or conversation. I felt like an inconvenience to her day that had started off badly. 

I was given a letter which told me I would receive an appointment in 2 weeks, but if I hadnt heard anything by Friday 1st Feb then I should phone this number. So on Friday 1st Feb I still hadn't heard anything so I phoned late afternoon. I was told rather spikily that there is a backlog of referrals to get through and I would hear shortly, but as I was on the phone an appointment was made for me on Wed 13th Feb at 8.30am.

On Saturday morning I received 2 letters, one confirming my appointment and what would happen,and another cancelling it due to unforseen circumstances.

I havent told anyone yet , partner,family or friends as I dont want to cause concern if none is needed, but im struggling a bit with all the messing around and I am wondering if I should pay privately if I can afford it for an initial consultation just to get it done and stop worrying.