Thanks - it feels like a long wait but I know in the grand scheme of things it isn't. The doctor didn't tell me, but the paperwork I had to return to the receptionist said one of the biopsies was of my lymph node. By the time I saw that I was out of the consulting room and the clinic was closing. I just wish the doctor had explained to me rather than leaving me in the dark - even just to say it could be a, b, or c.

Sentinel node biopsy is routine, so don't be worrying about that. I personally feel it's a good thing the consultant didn't commit, my consultant told me my lump was a fibroadenoma and absolutely nothing to worry about....you can guess the rest! Talk about floored....

The waiting game screws with your stress levels, you have time to conjure up all kinds of horrible stuff....

try and busy yourself....anything....work? Walk? Kids? Dogs? I know it will remain in the back of your head whatever your doing...but keep the body moving....lift the energies up a bit....it will help...I promise xxx

Ha yes 2 kids - 9 months and 2 ½ so I'm always busy!

I'm glad you said it's routine. Just would have been nice to have that explained at the time. I presume that one of the lumps he found is in my lymph node because he said he found 3 lumps and he did 3 biopsies, the last of which was under my armpit, and then the paperwork said lymph node biopsy. Feel like I've had to piece things together. 

Will keep busy like you say and hope the appointment for the calcification biopsies comes through soon.

X

Oh boy, sounds like you have your hands full with the children....they will certainly keep you busy..lol! Let us know how you get on? Xx

Hi Amy,

I'm so sorry to hear that your consultant doesn't seem to have explained things to you. You will be totally floored at the moment and this week will feel like forever, as you wait for your results. As Marlyn has said it is a routine procedure to do a sentinel node biopsy, so nothing to worry about.

I have had 2 bouts of breast cancer in the past 10 years and my consultant was pretty sure that it was cancer even before I got the results of my biopsies. I worried myself sick that week waiting for the results, only to find that he was right. Still Marlyn's suggestion of 'prepare for the worse and hope for the best', is good advice. Are you taking someone with you to your appointment next week? It is always advisable to do this. It can also be helpful to write down any questions you may have, as all sensible thought goes out the window when in the 'heat' of your consultation.

You shouldn't have any bother keeping busy with 2 young children. Not all lumps are cancerous. Out of every 8 people referred to the breast clinic, only 1 will be unlucky. I do hope that you are one of the lucky ones. It could with any luck be something related to your recent pregnancy.

Do please let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi ya ...

I had 4 call backs from mamorgrams over the years that were all fine ... and last year had 2 calsification lumps to, that I had to go to theatre to have out ... and they were fine ... 

So you've had lots of great advice ... and nothing will stop you worrying ... but try to remember most lumps are benign...  and with three little ones they will help keep you from panicking too much ... though it is normal as I don't know anyone who doesnt over think results ...

Fingers crossed for a good result ... Chrissie x

Thanks all - I really appreciate the advice and support. Will update when I have some news. X