Day one - found lump, referred to breast clinic

This morning has been a roller coaster. Couple of days ago I found a lump.... was it real  ? Maybe not...maybe it wont be there tomorrow ( monday) crack on..keep your mind occupied..dont think about it. Monday...still there.... and now looking in the mirror theres a crease in the skin...ish... This isnt going to go away is it...  Tuesday...... right Stop being a coward..it might not be the big C.... but do you honestly think a) it's going to go away on it's own? b) you can carry on knowing it's there? ...

Wednesday: 9am emailed the surgery on their askmygp app.

Typed in " I've found a lump in my breast " ..cue tears...

Couple of hours pass while I try and concentrate on nothing much.

Call from clinician at the surgery..lots of questions about where it is, how big it is, does it move, is it attached, any redness, any discharge. 

Referred to breast clinic. Usually two weeks but because of COVID...they are a bit behind ..could be 3 weeks.... . Be prepared they will probably do an ultra sound scan and a biopsy there and then. 

Im not concerned about what they do ...liar... but the

.sooner the better. I just need to know what this is!! And hope it isnt what I think it is. No family history of BC..... everything crossed.

  • Hi sally21

     

    Oh I'm so pleased your OK! What wonderful news! It certainly put life into perspective doesn't it? I'm keeping positive but I'm also not being nieve, I just refuse to worry about something I can't do anything about right now.  All I can do is carry on and wait for the appointment xx

  • Hi Traciej

    I didnt get see a doc face to face.  Our surgery is running the " askmygp" system. So emailed in the symptoms, was contacted by phone by the nurse clinician.  Took the details and referred me there and then.  It's like a roller coaster. First few days are hell.... then you seem to accept where you are with it. Was under the weather thursday/ friday...now literally trying to get the motivation to do something instead of worrying about what's going to happen at the appt on wednesday....and the fact I have to attend alone . 

    The worst part is not knowing who why what or when...we have no family history...could be a bonus...hopefully. appt is weds.... 

    Hope you get your appt comes through soon. We're all in the same boat. Keep your chin up. Theres always someone on here if you need to let it out. Xxxx

  • Hi Sally

    You must be so relieved. Really pleased you've had a positive outcome. Hoping whom ever I see weds mumbles something that sounds like  cyst .

     

    Stay safe xxx

  • Hi Whatnext. This sounds like a nerve wracking situation to be in, waiting for so long must be making you so frustrated! I know "thoughts and prayers" often sounds like an empty comment but I'll keep you in my thoughts. Hopefully, Wednesday brings you positive news and you can resume normal life with your family <3

     

    I actually noticed a large lump yesterday and am debating on whether to pay my gp a visit. Here's to hoping I can muster up the courage soon x

  • Hi all, 

     

    I had my appointment letter come through yesterday. Needed to book online. Went to do it only to be told no appointments left! Gave me an option to leave note for clinic with availability. If I've not heard from them by tues to ring up.

     

    My lump, I'm sure, is shrinking! Doesn't feel so hard or tender in my breast around the lump atm. I'm still going to appointment just to make sure.

     

    My thoughts with you all darlings! This is a very frightening time for all of us! Xxx

  • Thank you....thoughts and prayers dont sound hollow to me at the mo.

     

    Tomorrow is first appointment. Feel as sick as a dog. Trying to keep my thoughts as positive as possible...which is hard. Not mentioning either C word, not tempting fate that's for sure. If I sleep tonight it will  be a miracle. If I do it will  be cat napping and up at stupid o'clock. Weather forecast looks shocking, so will get soaked too. 

     

    Am I making promises to the big guy? Oh yes.... I dont ask for much God.... but........this time please . 

     

    Summon up.that courage Abundantcuriosity. Make that call

     

    Xxxx

  • Having a cuppa....... brain scrambled. And it's raining....... appt 10.20am

     

    Xx

  • So have they sent you for scans/tests etc whatnext?

     

    I rang clinic myself today as I'd not heard anything. They said they've received my referral, they have until the 31st to send an appointment. The consultant has seen referral and decided needed face to face appointment - no *** sherlock! Xxx