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I am 42 and was referred as a result of a self exam. A nurse examined me and asked me what was concerned about, I then had a mammogram, then an ultrasound, and they told me at that point they were concerned and did a biopsy. I then had a session with a nurse who told me it was highly likely it was breast cancer but they wouldn’t be able to confirm anything until they had the biopsy results.  I got the biopsy results a week later.

I was there for over 2 hours.

I would take someone with you if you can for support and to ask questions.

Overall it was very smooth process, and they were honest with their concerns throughout the appointment.

hopefully it will be good news for you, got my fingers crossed. Keep in touch and let us know how you get on. 

WL

Thank you so much for taking the time to reply, I really appreciate your detailed explanation.

Unfortunately my partner is working away the night before but he is going to try to meet me at the clinic. I don’t have any family that live nearby and I don’t want to worry my parents if they don’t need to worry! 

I think I am pleased that they are likely to be honest with their thoughts throughout the appointment, despite not being able to confirm results. 

Is a biopsy only likely if they’re concerned? Was the biopsy painful? 

Thank you for taking the time to reply and I hope things are going well for you.

Hey

I don’t know what makes them decide to do an biopsy, some other people may join the thread and share their experiences. In terms of pain, they numbed the area first so I didn’t feel any pain. I had a bruise afterwards and had a small amount of pain but nothing paracetamol couldn’t sort out.   I think for it was the unknown that made me anxious which is completely understandable.

Keep in touch.

WL

Hey

I don’t know what makes them decide to do an biopsy, some other people may join the thread and share their experiences. In terms of pain, they numbed the area first so I didn’t feel any pain. I had a bruise afterwards and had a small amount of pain but nothing paracetamol couldn’t sort out.   I think for it was the unknown that made me anxious which is completely understandable.

Keep in touch.

WL