Hi,

I was in your shoes 2 weeks ago! When I went to clinic (last Wednesday) I had mammogram and ultrasound. Radiographer was not worried about the lump/ swelling that has sent me there but said he felt something else. So he decided to do a biopsy there and then. It was nowhere near as bad as I would have expected. Practically painless. He put in a tiny marker for future ref, took another mammogram to be certain it was in the right place and that was it. A bit sore and bruised after but totally manageable.

I got a call today from consultant to say it was benign and doesn't need any follow up. So there are positive stories- try not to worry too much! Fingers crossed for you. Waiting is hard. I have an MRI on 21st Oct on pancreas so scared stiff about that!- Another waiting game :(

I hope all works out well for you. Take care. x

Hi

Thank you for replying. You feel so alone. Only hubby and my sister know..had to tell someone. Trying not to think of how to tell the kids if it IS BC. You can see I'm galloping down the road of scenarios. Which is worse making mental lists just incase? Or not in the hope you wont have to? Moved things around in 2 bedrooms yesterday just to keep me busy. If it's a 3 week wait this will be the tidiest house in the countyFell apart half way through tea...no apparent reason..wasnt thinking about it at the time. 

Lost my dad in July...this really easnt needed on top of all that. 

Xxxx

Oh I'm gld you've told the kids, they will want to do this journey you and as you now know it's a relief in some way ️

I know exactly what you mean about every little twinge and pain, I've been doing the same! It's strange how the mind works

Will do as soon as I know! The wait is taking the mick now

#inittogether xxxx

Thanks TracieJ

It's a huge relief.  

Made the christmas cake today... mixing away and stupidly thinking will I ge here to eat this? The mind runs riot if you let it. Then I did the angry bit..... why wait until tuesday...why not tell me last Wednesday.  If it wasnt going to be cancer they would have told me surely.  Why tell me it isnt a cyst...but not tell me what it actually is. My consultant knows...she may have been wearing a mask...but the eyes have it. Still questions that need answers rolling round in my head.

Anyway....gave myself another good talking to. Removed the dressing today from the biopsy. Starting to turn a luverly shade of lilac and blue.... not really painful to be honest. Feels like a scratch . Taking panadol.... advice is dont take ibuprofen.  So I'm not.  Have ditched the underwired bras too!! That  came up in conversation with one of the nurses.  

So...only 4 days to go... this is becoming a habit. 

Stay safe

#inittogether xxxx 

Hun, they're not going to tell you until they have proof. They can't. The only proof is the biopsy. Try to keep yourself occupied, thinking too much is wasted energy. Think positive thoughts, surround yourself with happy things, if you can under the current circumstances (covid) 

Chin up

#inittogether xxx

Hello, hope u don't mind me jumping on ur thread, I ready ur posts and I'm sending I all my love and hope all goes well. 

I'm 34 and got referred to clinic yesterday by my go and absolutely bricking it tbh. 
 

Tasha xxx

Traciej 

You're right.

Xxx

#inittogether

Tasha

No problem jumping in on the thread. Bless your heart, it is a worrying time. I was where you are 29th sept ish.  It's the not knowing what will happen and in what order.  

Try not to worry too much. Its hard I know. But we're here to listen.

Thank you for your love and good wishes.

Stay safe

#allinittogether xxxx

Hi tasha. I'm waiting for my 1st clinic appointment, so I'm in the dark atm. I'm 52. Your welcome to chip in. Like what's next said...... We're all in it together xxx

Letter arrived this morning. Have been googling medical jargon.

So...and I quote: there was, a 15mm lump in the upper outer quadrant, clinically suspicious, with an impression of minor dimpling on the overlying skin. No other palpable abnormality on either side and no axilliary or superclavicular lymphadenopathy.

Mammogram showed a 45mm lonulayed high density mass, which on ultrasound corresponded with a 39mm x 30mm solid mass which was subjected to a biopsy.  The axilliary lymph nodes had normal morphology. 

Results of biopsy to be discussed on Tuesday. 

At least its not spread to the lymph nodes from what I can make out. Which is a massive relief .

Onwards to the plan of getting this little fecker gone.

Much love 

#inittogether xxxxx

* 45mm LOBULATED.... flipping predictive xx

Hi what's next,

OK, so you've got some sort of clue then. Good news about the lymph nodes!   Where is the lump? Mine is just above the aurola (if that's how you spell it)

You never know, results may be benign!

Hi plantmad,

Your welcome to join in the chat, your most welcome!

#allinthistogether xxx

Hi what's next,

OK, so you've got some sort of clue then. Good news about the lymph nodes!   Where is the lump? Mine is just above the aurola (if that's how you spell it)

You never know, results may be benign!

Hi plantmad,

Your welcome to join in the chat, your most welcome!

#allinthistogether xxx

Hi

It's on the outside of my right boob about halfway up. Only noticed it initially when the inside of my right arm caught it. 

#inittogether xxx

Hi, 

hope it's ok to jump on 

I found a lump in my breast a couple of months ago.  GP said nothing to worry about.  
 

few months later still here and breast is sore, burning feeling.   Insisted on referral and appointment in a week.  
 

under my arm Is tender, and may feel swollen (can't tell if it is or if that's my Mind playing tricks) and neck is kinda aching today.  
 

could all be totally unrelated but I'm going to drive myself crazy.  I know I can't do anything until the appointment but anxiety through the roof. 
 

anyone had similar symptoms?

thanks 

Hi anxiously

Welcome to the chat.

We've all got different symptoms it seems. 

But well done you for insisting on a referral. Keep us in the loop, we're all at different stages too.

#allinthistogether xx

How's everyone feeling today?

My lump has started to feel quite tender to touch now. I initially thought it was my seat belt aggravating it as I'm in and out the car all day. I hope I get my appointment very soon or I shall be back on the phone! Mind you, it's not helping that I'm due my period in a week or so and lately my breasts become quite tender anyway. Oh the Joya of being a woman! Might crack open a bottle of wine and say *** it all!

#allinthistogether xxx

Not too bad a day. Bit frustrating I cant get stuck into the covid clear out or do some gardening. Still sore from the biopsy...bruise still coming out.Not allowed to lift anything too heavy at the mo.  Only hurts if I forget its there when I reach for something.

ASDA delivery tomorrow!! Woohoooo. Living life on the edge.

#allinittogether xxxx

Hey,

I hope you don't mind me joining in on your post.

I have been reading all of your posts WhatNext from your first one and I just wanted to say that I am sending you my warmest wishes. 
 

I have my clinic appointment on Wednesday afternoon, for the past few days I haven't really been worried too much but now that it is approaching I feel myself worrying abit more! I am only 27years old and a mum of 2 young children, so it has been a rollercoaster already! 
 

I just thought maybe speaking to people that are going through very similar things to me that it mighy have helped!

Best wishes,

Dee

Hi HateNot Knowing,

A very warm welcome to our forum, although I'm sorry to hear the reason you've joined us. It is always a worrying time when you are waiting for a diagnosis. I am glad to hear that your appointment  is for Wednesday afternoon, so not too long to wait now.

We all find that our emotions are all over the place at this stage, as there are so many unknowns. You will find the staff at the hospital very helpful and understanding. They will run a few simple tests, such as ultrasound and possibly a biopsy to test for cancer. It normally takes 1-2 weeks for the biopsy results to come back, so you may have more waiting still.

Cancer is more prevalent in older women, although it does occasionally target younger people too. It is a fact that only 1 person in every 8 referred to the breast clinic will be diagnosed with cancer. There are a number of other reasons for breast lumps. 

As soon as we know that there is the slightest possibility of a cancer diagnosis, our minds go to our children. Even if the worst should happen, treatments have advanced significantly in the past few years. My Mum had breast cancer 21 years before I was diagnosed and, there was just no comparison between the diagnosis, treatment and after care which we both recieved. I have had 2 bouts in the past 11 years and am still living a busy life.

I sincerely hope that  nothing untoward is found .
Do please let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Hi sorry to jump on the post, I've been looking for a recent open post to interact with.

so about 5 years ago I had my nipple pierced and it began to grow out like it was going to split my nipple in 2 so took it out and thought no more....since jan this year I have been dieting like a mad woman and lost 3 stone. A few months ago the nipple I had pierced started to turn down and the area around sunk in. I just presumed it was down to weight  loss and a scarred nipple. However, Breast cancer awareness month came around and highlighted this is one of the symptoms. Therefore decided to make an appointment with my GP.

my appointment was Friday just gone, explained all the above and she examined me. She said she was concerned and my breast is lumpy and the change in my nipple.

ive been reffered in a 2 week refferal to the breast clinic. My letter say 4a 4b 4c 4d cancer suspected. 
she scared me as she said, 'I'm not saying it is cancer, but I'm not saying it isn't' she seemed really concerned and obviously I am. Even more now, I expected to walk off with some cream for my unhappy nipple but apparently not.

the waiting game is awful....any similar to me out there ️

Hi Jolamine,

Thank you so much for replying to me. I am sorry to hear you have suffered breast cancer but glad to hear your life is still very busy! :)

My Nan was diagnosed around 5 years ago,

when she was 78, and sadly her's was servere (excuse my lack in terminology) I was with her but I was not told grades etc just told it was really bad. . It did spread also and she had numerous operations and is now on medication. Thankfully she is still here and still battling on My Mum has been refered before now with cysts, so I am abit familiar with both types. 
 

I am hoping mine is just a cyst. Hope to hear that good news on wednesday! Xx

Hi RachyB87,

You are more than welcome to join this chat. 
 

I am sorry to hear you are awaiting a  diagnoses, I am too. I know how worrying it can be when we don't know what is going on or what may happen, but try your best not to worry! They are always so lovely and welcoming at these clinics and I remember how caring they were towards my Nan. 
 

I hope your results come back as  clear. 
 

I went to see my GP due to an open wound that formed from nowhere on my breast and was bleeding, sorry for the tmi. She then found 2 lumps - one on the outer side of my left breast and one in my armpit. She did say to me she was concerned as my symptoms weren't normal - so that was a shock to me. She did say she didn't know whether it could be cancer, due to some other symotoms too, or what could be going on... that's why she wanted me to be seem. 
xxx