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

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 just wanted to say I will be thinking about you tomorrow xxx

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 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