Waiting for breast clinic appointment

Hi. Ive spoken to my doctor today about my breast problems. Its hard and has a dent at the bottom. My doctor said she would send me for a breast clinic appointment straightaway instead of seeing her first. I feel slightly better now i've taken the first step. I am worrying about a lot of other things too. Results, going to the hospital alone. I've had an ultrasound and biopsy done on my other breast 2 years ago, so im ok about them, but am nervous about other tests. 

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  • Hi Amy, 

     

    I am also in the same boat as you. I'm waiting on a breast clinic appointment too and I'm very nervous about what to expect. I'm only 22 so I've never had any of these tests before, let alone when to a clinic on my own without my mum. My biggest fear is getting bad news and being on my own for it. 
     

    I hope you don't have a long wait for your appointment and get good news x 

  • Hi. Im really sorry you're going though the same too. Its so scary and the covid19 makes it more difficult. Last time i went to the clinic and results, my mum was with me. I dread being alone this time. But honestly, the ultrasound is easy and i didn't feel a thing with the biopsy. Im more nervous this time around because its not a lump, my breast feels and looks different. Thank you for your reply. I really hope you get good news too

  • I hope that we can take someone with us but I do think it will be doubtful given the current situation with covid. I am the same, I have no lump either and no lump was felt when examined by the doctor. My issue is that my nipple has started to change by slightly inverting. 
     

    I think the wait is the worst thing and all the what ifs. Fingers crossed me both get the results we are hoping for x 

  • Hey both, I’m 23 and also waiting for my appointment. I’ve got a telephone consultation with a consultant from the breast clinic on Monday and they will then see if i need to go in. I’ve been extremely tired for a while now and my nipple and breast have changed a lot. I’m worried but here’s hoping it’s nothing to worry about! Here’s hoping we all have good news x
  • Hi. Sorry to hear you're going through it too. At least we're not alone though. Its a very stressful time isn't it? I should be asleep now as ive got work later but my minds just full of worry! My doctor said i would hear back from the breast clinic within a week, but i think i'm going to have to go in. Fingers crossed we all get good results. I hope your consultation goes well

  • Very stressful I can't get it off my mind. Yes it's hard with coronavirus now but that's what my breast clinic is doing - telephone first then triage and ask to come in and do the tests. I think with all my symptoms I'll get asked to go in. Xxx

  • Im not sure if mine will do a telephone appointment first too. My doctor said it definitly needs looking at. Im so scared and i always think the worst. I've already convinced myself its cancer. But its good we can all talk to each other

  • The breast clinic are really good. They contacted me really quickly. Yeah I'm concerned because I also didn't find a lump so I'm not sure what it could be. But I guess it could be loads of things so I'm trying to be hopeful! 

  • Ive now got an appointment for the 25th june. I feel sick just thinking about it. 

  • Hi Amy,

    I hope you're coping ok. I'm glad you have got your appointment through. I'm still waiting on mine, hoping to get a call or letter sometime this week. 
     

    I have just seen your previous replies. I'm exactly the same I always think the worst no matter what. I have also convinced myself that it must be cancer as I can't find any other explanation (on google - not a good idea I know!). I've found trying to keep busy is helping to distract me from my own thoughts but they can become overwhelming. 
     

    I've got my fingers crossed that your appointment goes well on the 25th! X

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  • Hi Amy,

    I hope you're coping ok. I'm glad you have got your appointment through. I'm still waiting on mine, hoping to get a call or letter sometime this week. 
     

    I have just seen your previous replies. I'm exactly the same I always think the worst no matter what. I have also convinced myself that it must be cancer as I can't find any other explanation (on google - not a good idea I know!). I've found trying to keep busy is helping to distract me from my own thoughts but they can become overwhelming. 
     

    I've got my fingers crossed that your appointment goes well on the 25th! X

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  • I ended up calling the clinic because im so scared and thats when they told me my appointment. I wish i was coping better but i don't know how! Hopefully you won't have to wait too long for yours. I think although im terrified i need to know now, even if it is cancer. I then just want to hear its treatable. Sorry, i go on! I feel a bit better talking to others

  • I might do the same if I don't hear soon as that has now been about 7 days since the GP put the referral in. I am not coping great either, especially when everyone around me keeps saying it will be fine but there is a possibility it won't be so I don't actually want to here it will be fine as that isn't making me feel better I think it's frustrating me more. I know they are just trying to help as best they can. I have been having lots of ups and down, this is the most I've cried all year! 
     

    Definitely, I just want to know now. All this uncertainty is too much. I have found this site so helpful as it is great to speak to others who all understand what we are going through. If there is anything you really enjoy doing, e.g., baking then definitely try do that! I found when I was baking I completely forgot all my worries for a few hours. 
     

    I'm always here for a chat or a vent whenever you are feeling down or struggling to cope so feel free to message me anytime, as I find talking really does help. 
     

    Kirsty x

  • Yeah, one minute i feel ok the next im crying! And to make things worse, my breast is feeling more painful. Same, if you want someone to talk to im always ready to do so lol.