I know how you feel in fearing the worst, I saw my gp 2 months ago an still have to wait until the 28th of June for my appointment at the breast clinic, now I'm experiencing pain in my bones an lost over a stone in weight, which I couldn't afford to loose in the first place, hoping it's down to worry , my kids are 24,22 and 20 I'm only 41, keep reading things on cancer sites which is making my fear worse, I have no one to speak to about this an my husband is great but don't think he wants to accept the reality of what is happening an keeps sayin you will be fine, I'm not fine am scared an feel so alone, an the waitin time is forever an everyday is like a lifetime, I am not prepared for cancer keep sayin I will deal with it head on, but I know my body an worry maybe I should go to A&E as the doc has just prescribed me pain killers for the pain In my bones, can I ask where you live ? As it seems you are getting seen a lot quicker then myself , I hope your scan turns out to be nothing serious xx

Hi Lovely

Sorry to hear you're going through this. The waiting is by far the most excruciating part that's for sure. I know it's hard not to let it dominate your thoughts 24/7. 
 

I know too that during this time it's totally normal to assume the worst. I've been there. But ... You should also bear in mind that not all lumps are diagnosed as cancer. Only 1:8 referrals to the breast clinic result in a cancer diagnosis. All others turn out to be something less sinister. 
 

You have done absolutely the right thing, seeing your GP. Regardless of the outcome, you need to know what you're dealing with and if needs be how it can be sorted. 
 

And ... Although a hideous thought, breast cancer is extremely treatable. It's far from an ideal situation to find yourself in I know! But it's def not the end of your world. I speak from experience. Unfortunately my lump was cancerous. I thought I'd crumble! But I haven't. I'm a single Mum to two teenage sons and am currently on my treatment journey. My cancer is treatable and I will be totally fine :)

My clinic app was a week and a half after I saw my GP. I know some people have to wait longer and I realise this is so traumatic. Whilst waiting I just tried to keep myself busy. It definitely helped. I didn't Google! Worst possible thing you can do! Although it's an obvious reaction. Thing is you do it hoping to ease your worries but most of time it has the opppsite effect :(. Everybody's situation is different. And remember .... Only 1:8 turn out to be cancer. That's the best info to focus on for sure!!

The staff at clinic are amazing! They talk you through all the tests they do. In some cases they will be able to tell you on the day what your lump is. If you require any biopsies unfortunately you will have to wait for the results. But, once again, keep yourself as busy as possible! Don't allow yourself to focus on morbid thoughts - there's no need. Regardless of what they find - it will be ok! 

Sending hugely positive thoughts your way. 
 

Love Sarah xxx