It must be really hard for you having to wait until later today. Hopefully it’ll be done soon and good news. I was in and out in an hour - such an efficient service and lovely women / consultant where I was. I think they’d have been wonderful if I’d have needed a lot of support x

Mine was a cyst too... what a relief.

thanks to everyone for their support, this is a such a good forum. 
x

So pleased those of you who have had your tests have all been okay. My appointment isn't until next Tuesday. Weirdly I'm sure the lump is becoming more prominent than it was so not sure if that's a good sign or not as its grown within days almost and I have experienced the odd very sharp pain in the same breast. X

Hi there, 

Im in similar situation. 

Found a lump, gp confirmed it was around 2cm and I have my appointment today with the consultant at the Macmillan clinic (I have to go back tomorrow for the testing). 

I'm in shock and I've never been as scared about anything in my life before. 

I have two young children :( 

Im trying to stay positive and Im sending lots of positive thoughts your way too hun x 

There are many things it can be but I totally understand the feelings of worry. I only found out last night my lump was a cyst and was convinced it was something more sinister. The breast doctors know what they're doing and will have a good idea at your first consultation. I had the scan done there and then and hopefully you will too so you know exactly what's going on. Wishing you lots of luck x

Hi there, 

What a relief for you!! Thank goodness it was a cyst. 

I was told on the phone that due to a shortage I will be having tests completed tomorrow and appointment with the consultant today. 

I feel sick with worry :( 

Thank you for your reassurance though I honestly do appreciate it. 

This afternoon seems forever away... 

Thanks again for your response x 

It will feel like a long wait. The consultant will have a good idea I expect from what he/she feels today and tomorrow will confirm. I really hope you get some good, reassuring news today. I'm not even going to bother to say, try not worry, as I was in your shoes yesterday and nearly lost it completely. I found going for a walk or a drive helped to take my mind off it a little. Sending big hugs x

So pleased it’s good news for you too Ali. The consultant I saw before the tests said immediately it was a cyst. I knew mine would be benign but it really didn’t seem like a cyst to me at all so it just goes to show. I watched the other attendees at the busy clinic and all but one came out smiling. 

The consultant could not tell me what they thought it was and I have to wait again until tomorrow afternoon to go back for a scan Due to shortage of staff the tests can't be done until tomorrow. 

This is actually the worse situation I have ever experienced in my life! (Apologies for being dramatic ). 

The consultant also advised that depending on the further tests I have I may have to wait until January to find out results  

Im preparing for the worse. 

I'm so sorry you're feeling so bad Lisa. I did a lot of reading about breast cancer while I was waiting for the tests etc and from what I gathered unless it's a cyst (fluid filled lump) it can be hard to identify a cancerous mass vs a benign mass. The stats say that around 80% of woman who find a lump in their breast find out that it's not cancer.

I can't imagine how difficult this must be for you. Even if it is the worst case scenario, breast cancer is very treatable but I'm sure it will be ok for you. Try and keep strong and good luck for tomorrow, hopefully you'll find out a little more. Let me know how you get on. Xx