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RebeccaH91
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Hi all. 

I'm new to the forum. 

My names Rebecca I'm 27 from the UK and carry the BRCA1 gene. 

Back in February I started to get a pain in my left breast. It carried on for a month so I booked an appointment with my GP given my history. He sent me off for an ultrasound and to my surprise they found a lump.

I check myself frequently with having the BRCA1 gene. 

When I got home after my ultrasound the hospital rang me to ask me to come in for another one the day after next.

After the second ultrasound they decided to send me for an urgent MRI scan. I booked my appointment to get the results of the MRI for the start of June. In the meantime the hospital rang me and after taking a look at the MRI scan asked me to come in for a mammogram and biopsy.

So now my June appointment will be these results.

 

I'm so nervous I can't stop thinking about it. The doctors have said absolutely nothing during my previous appointments. 

What else could this lump be? 

Has anyone else had all sorts of screening and it turned out to be nothing? 

 

Thanks in advance for any information or calming advice. 

 

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    Hi Rebecca

    Welcome to the forum. I find it very informative and comforting. 

    I know it’s easier said than done but try not to worry. Try to keep yourself busy with hobbies and interests. I would strongly advise you to stay off google and come and visit the forum instead,it’s kept me sane since I found my lump!

    A breast lump could be a number of things. There are ladies here that have been diagnosed with fibroadenoma,Phyllodes Tumor and also cysts. I myself have had a mammogram,ultrasound and 3 biopsies. My lump is benign and I’m having it removed next Wednesday. My consultant isn’t sure what type of lump it is so it’s better out than in. 

    I’m sure there will be other breast ladies along in a little while to offer support and share their knowledge. 

    I do wish you well. Keep us posted. I’ll be thinking of you 

    Marie xxxx

     

     

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    Hi Rebecca,

    I feel for you and know what you are going through as I had my biopsy yesterday and have to wait  untill 11 June for results. I have calcifications that could be precancerous. We are not alone but it seems like it. I wish I had a close friend to confide in but don't want to concern people. Everyone will just say I'm sure you will be fine. I guess there is not much more they can say.

    I once worked in a breast clinic and hope I gave enough care and understanding to the patients that I have received now. I always thought when would it be my turn and here it is. I can't stop thinking the worst even though I tell myself look at all the people that have gone through this and survived. 

    Let's get through this together and try to be optimistic. One things for sure if I get the all clear I hope to treasure each day and be greatful for what I have, come with me on this journey.  Thinking of you. Xx Teenaa

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    Hi,I'm Emily and I'm 27 too with a mas in my chest, waiting for biopsy results too. I have no advice to offer regarding breast issues but just wanted to say hi to someone a similar age to me and offer support of u ever wanted to chat XX 

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    Results tomorrow. 

    Just want it over and done with. 

    Has anyone had any 'gut feelings' about their results and been right? 

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    Yes!

     

    I ws diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma today.

    I had a gut feeling

    X

  • Offline in reply to Emilou6

    Hello Rebecca,

    Big Love n Hugs feel your pain my darling, hope all turns out well for you XX

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