Oh no! I know how it feels as when I rang to see what the delay was with me back in December they said there was no referral there so I was waiting longer again! It's completely heartbreaking to hear it especially when you're after being told you'll be seen sooner! 

I'm going mad to hear that they are still only seeing urgent referrals. They don't realise how it affects people mentally even. I lost count on how many times I've cried over it. There was also times where I was tempted to go to the hospital just because the pain was so bad and I was getting more worried as the days went on. I'm 28 and my parents were the ones who were telling me that I've nothing to worry about and that if they thought I needed it they'd take me to the ER themselves. My symptoms didn't really get worse over the few months but stayed the same pain wise.

I personally found that the doctor who done my ultrasound gave me more answers than the doctors who examined me. Probably because they can physically see inside the breast. They showed me on the screen all the tissue and small cysts which eased my mind there and then. I asked them in the ultrasound are they dangerous and she said no, I also asked can they become dangerous and she said no too which was great. 

One thing I did ask the doctor/consultant who examined me was what can I do about pain, and she said that difene gel is good for it but you must wash your hands afterwards or you can get stomach ulcers from it. If you're in a lot of pain I would recommend getting that. You should be able to get it over the counter or maybe your gp will be able to prescribe you some? Other than that they pretty much just said take the evening primrose oil and it should fade away on its own.  
 

I really hope this helps, and I'm going mad to hear that you might be waiting longer than expected but if I was you I'd ring every week to see if there's an update or if there's a cancellation. You'd never know if someone cancelled last minute and if you were living close enough to the hospital they might be able to slot you in! Also I found that wearing a firm support sports bra really helps. They are a little bit dearer than your everyday bra but if any sports shop had a sale you can get them reasonably cheap. I found it definitely took a bit of discomfort away! 

Please let me know If there's anything else I can answer! It's horrible to be going through this when not everyone you know understands the pain and worry of it!

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Honestly I cried once I got off the phone. I cry every single day with the worry. I honestly don't know how people can deal with it because I can't.

I am the exact same wanting to go to hospital and even a chest xray but I know its an all day thing waiting to be seen and whether ill get any answers. My mum is the same telling me her gut says it's nothing serious if only I could go by that!

I plan to ring again next week and every week. I cant imagine been an urgent appointment waiting 4 to 6 weeks thats agony for anyone.

Thanks again so much for your kind words. If anything its comforting to know none of us are alone in feeling this way. 

For now I am just going to have to deal with it and just pray the appointment comes soon. X

Emma Lou how did you get on at your appointment?

Oh believe me I cried too when I realised my referral didn't go through because I knew it would be a longer waiting time. Just keep thinking that you will get through this and it will be over soon! 
 

I would definitely keep ringing. They're not going to mind people checking in. I rang my hospital loads of times and didn't think twice about it because getting any updates at all gave me an easier mind. 
 

I honestly found that by talking to someone in your family or friend just gives you a bit of reassurance or if you don't feel like talking to someone you know these chats are great because we've all had similar symptoms at some stage. 
 

If you need someone to talk to I'll be here to offer any support I can in any way. I really hope you get an appointment soon but in the mean time I'll say a prayer for you and just remember you will get through this. 
 

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