Hi Pinni,

I also found a large lump on my breast, I found it on the Wednesday and got my appointment the following week at the breast clinic.  I'm guessing it depends on the waiting lists at each hospital.  I was surprised at the speed I got the breast appointment but i guess each area is different. 

Liz x 

I think you are right Liz. I just called clinic to check and they said it is due to current clinic numbers. Just disappointing & worrying that not going to be seen for another 4 weeks ...

I did just have a look at waiting times on the NHS webiste and it stated for urgent referrals its 2 weeks, otherwise it can be up to 18 weeks.

I have posted the link for you.

www.nhs.uk/.../

Hi Pinni, 

Just wanted to share my story as it sounds like we have had fairly similar experiences so far. I'm 33 and also found a largeish (3cm) highly mobile and smooth lump about two weeks ago. Again, I was in bed when my hand plonked upon it – there was very little sleeping that night! 

I actually just came back from my appointment at the breast clinic today which was almost two weeks after going to my GP. I had an ultrasound and a core-needle biopsy and the experience, although not fun, was very doable. The ladies who examined and undertook the tests were wonderful and the biopsy was much easier than I anticipated. They did say that the lump being smooth and movable was a good sign and that it is likely a fibromaeda. I'm just waiting on biopsy results to be sure. 

Although no one but a medical expert can put your mind at rest, it does sound like your initial symptoms are positive. The waiting is a killer though – could you chase up your GP or the clinic to find out about cancellations? A small positive to take from the longer wait may mean that your GP feels strongly that it is likely to be benign. 

Best of luck with your journey. I hope you get good news soon. 

J

Hi! So sorry to hear that you have a long wait and how worried you are. I’ve been referred to the breast clinic today after experiencing pain in my breast for several weeks and a swollen armpit. No actual lumps (that I can find but a definite puffiness).  I got a call this afternoon with an appointment for tomorrow from the breast clinic which has now really concerned me that they are concerned! I guess short wait, long wait, just the act of being referred is so stressful and we read into it loads. All the best with your referral, I hope the wait goes by quickly for you! 

Thank you! And it is very true what you say. Hope all goes ok with your appointment tomorrow 

Thank you for forwarding this info