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I have a check and I’m so nervous!

Mummy23
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Hi! 

I went to doctor last week because I found a lump on my left breast that I can only feel when I lift my arm. I wasn’t to worried as I thought it was muscle but the doctor was really mythed. He sent me for a screening to just to make 100% sure it’s nothing.

I have been feeling absolutely fine up until last night. I have only told my partner because if it comes back as nothing it’s easier to just move on. I told myself not to really think about any of it until the day of the appointment and I was doing pretty well until last night. 

I was lay in bed and I suddenly felt petrified. I have 2 young boys and I think every thought has gone through my head. 

I’m 22 and all I really want to do it talk to my mum about it but I don’t want to cause her any worry over what could be nothing. 

Im trying to keep everything together for my boys. I’m not 100% sure why I have really come here  I suppose I by posting here about how I’m really feeling I know I’m not causing anyone any worry. 

Sorry if you have read this for nothing xx

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    Hi try talking to marlyn she helps ladies who are worried. Best wishes. 

    Billy 

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    Hi, try not to get too stressed, as the lump you feel may be something harmless, but it’s good that you are getting it checked properly.  When you go to breast clinic, you will have a mammogram, An ultrasound scan and possibly a biopsy.  Then you see the consultant for the results, they will have a good idea of what the problem is by the end of your appointment. 

    Good luck

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    Hello Mummy23 

    Welcome to our forum. I’m glad you’ve found us.

    I was recently in your shoes and it is indeed a very worrying and stressful time. I found it’s the not knowing that’s the worse as your mind runs away with you and we think the worst. What I can advise you is to take it one day at a a time,get today out of the way-deal with tomorrow when it comes. Also try to keep busy-do you have any hobbies or interest that you can do to pass the time? 

    What I also learnt is to stay off google while you’re waiting - it is not a doctor and neither are we and it will kill us off in no time. If you’re feeling down,upset or worried then come to this forum,everyone here is very nice and have been in a similar situation. This group has been a god send to me recently and I hope you find it that way too. 

    Do keep us posted 

    Marie xxx

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