Hi Izzysmom,

It's terrifying isn't it. I hope you get good news.

Going through similar now. Saw my GP almost 5 weeks ago about a lump in my left breast. Seems quite large but never noticed before. GP thought it was a cyst as quite moveable but still Referred for 2 week wait appointment.

Seen by hospital exactly 2 weeks later . After a mammogram and ultrasound I was told not 1 lump but 4 one being an enlarged lymph node. I did ask any questions as a bit shocked as I had gone convinced it was a cyst as my mum has had them in the past too. Told I needed a biopsy done same afternoon. Had a call to book MRI scan which was done last week Thursday. The consultant discusses results on a Thursday with her team so that wasn't done until this week. I'm very scared now as received a call from radiology to book an abdominal and pelvic CT scan asap. Booked for next Thursday but so far I have been given no results for biopsy or MRI as my appointment with consultant is not until Monday.The waiting is terrifying as I'm unassuming they are checking if cancer spread even though i dont know its cancer. So worried about my kids and husband depending on results. We were ment to go on holiday tomorrow but delayed until Tuesday for now not knowing if we can go at all.

Hi both, I too am waiting for biopsy results.  Have lump and swollen node on left breast.   They have prepared me for bad news as the lump has no benign features and no defined edges.   I get my results on 7th August  The waiting is the worst part as you don’t  know what you’re dealing with.

Im trying be positive and think if it’s bad at least they are going to try and fix it.   It does help talking to others in the same situation.   Hoping for positive news for you both xx. 

Yes MrsG25 feels a little better knowing not alone. It just seems such a long wait for results. Hoping for good news for you as well.

Hi Unigoat, 

How are you doing? I hope it went well today for you. 

It’s the not knowing and the waiting that’s worst. One minute I think it’s totally fine and next I’m thinking the worst. I’m still waiting for an appointment for my results. The MTD is on Tuesday so I’m presuming I will hear towards the end of the week. 

Izzysmum,

You’ve written my mind x 

i had my biopsy for my thumb nail on the 13 July, and it could be another 4 weeks yet! Driving me bonkers.

how long were you told your results could be? 

Oh Gryffindormum, that’s such a long time. 

The consultant who done my biopsy told me 5-10 days but should be about 5 when the ask for them urgently. However the nurse who was there said 7-14 days. It’s just a waiting game. I know it can’t be helped but boy it drags x

Hi Izzysmom, 

I am not too bad thank you.   I went back to work today which was overwhelming to begin with but the distraction was good.  I still find myself switching from being calm to being so scared.   I am pretty sure I will get bad news but I’m just keep everything crossed it’s not too bad and hasn’t spread. 

How are you holding up? Xx

Thankyou. Results were as I expected. Grade 3 invasive ductal in left breast which is apparently the most common in younger people (I'm 40) and was oestrogen receptor positive, her2 negative.. There were several small areas they are unsure of but definitely the 1 large one and in 1 node. Because of that they want to do a CT scan to check stage and a mastectomy and node clearance. They have said 2 weeks really won't make a difference and to enjoy holiday with kids so I have booked CT scan for 14th and mastectomy for 21st. After that will probably have chemo but will be discussed after surgery.

Hope results are better for you.

Must say they were not ment to call about CT scan before my consultation today but it did get my panic out of the way and I was able to discuss treatment etc more sensibly. They commented how calm I was but I suppose I had the weekend to get used to the results.

Jo

I will have everything crossed for you too. I suppose it’s good to keep busy, helps keep your mind of it and passes the time quicker. 

Yeah, I’m fine thanks. This all feels a bit surreal to be honest, I’m only 33 and have young family. I’m trying to focus on the kids. It’s just annoying having to wait and not even having a date to go in for results, very frustrating. Xx