Worrying about hospital appt

Hi I am going out of my mind with worry. I have found 2 lumps in my breast and am currently waiting an appt from the hospital to have it checked. I can't sleep and am thinking the worst. I just don't know what to do, I am trying not to worry but I am a single parent and worry what will happen to my daughterif its something bad. Shes only 9. My breast aches sometimes and has been worse since my gp confirmed the limps were there. She also mentioned some slight puckering which I hadn't noticed as I have stretch marks on my breasts so thought it was that

  • Hello Emjg

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently found some breast lumps. I know that lots of our ladies here who have been through this will agree that this period of waiting for an appointment and tests can be really difficult. it's natural to be worried about what these may be. 

    It may help to try and keep in mind that it's not uncommon for women to have lumpy breasts and the majority of women who attend breast clinic are not diagnosed with cancer. 

    You might find it helpful to have a chat with one of our team of nurses ahead of your appointment. I'm sure that they will be able to offer you some advice and support. If you'd like to speak to them they are available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator

  • Hi emjg, 

     

    I know it's hard but try not to worry. I had the same a lump and indentations. I was convinced I had bc. I could not eat or sleep with worry. I had my app at breast clinic today. They done a mammogram and ultrasound and found I had nodular breast with fibroadenoma. 

  • Hi, thank you so much for your reply. I will give them a call as would be good to speak to someone 

  • Hi, thank you so much for your message. My appt has come through for the 16th so just a waiting game now. Thats great news about your appt. What a relief for you.

    Did you get any slight pain sometimes too? Thanks

  • I have been to breast clinic today as I have had ache in breast and armpit for 5 months.  I had a normal mammogram in September but feeling has not subsided. Consultant said he feels nodular tissue in my left breast compared to the right, so has requested a ultra sound scan.  I'm in a massive state of anxiety now .... any advice ?