Hi there, sorry to hear about your recall. I've read lots of peoples posts who have been in the same situation. Personally, I wasn't recalled after mammogram as I found a lump first, but when they did a mammogram at the breast clinic, they saw microcalcifications which hadn't been there on my previous mammogram. It's really hard not to worry, but I try to tell myself that it's really good that they do call you back if they see changes for further investigation. It's often nothing to be concerned about.  Have they said what they intend to do on Thursday? Is it another mammogram ? It's really good you have good support around you. We all find the waiting the hardest point, work can be a positive distraction. Try to find time for something you enjoy to take your mind off it when not working. Sending positivity your way - Mickey x

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Thanks for your reply and kind words. Letter just said it could be a combination of further mammogram  ultrasound and biopsy and will take between 2 and 4 hrs depending on what they do. Nurse I spoke to said mammogram machine at breast clinic is more advanced than mobile screening one so I assume it'll start with that and see what that finds before deciding what next. 

Hi, you're more than welcome and hope it's helping you to chat. That sounds pretty standard to me. My original breast clinic apt started with a breast examination and then mammogram and ultrasound and then they did decide to do biopsies on lump. Then after mammogram results they decided to do biopsies in the microcalcifications but this came later. They couldn't do that for me on the day. It's good that you have an advanced mammogram machine, hopefully that will speed the process up a bit for you. Hope you get some news on Thursday after they do what they need to.  Sending positivity Mickey x 

Hi there I got recalled from my routine mammogram too and I can honestly say I was terrified as well. It's been the toughest 5 weeks of my life. I was diagnosed with a 19 mm tumour at stage 1. My treatment so far has  been an operation to remove the tumour and a sentinel node biopsy. I had my results last week and I'm pleased to say the margins were clear as were my lymph nodes. I will have radiotherapy and will need to take letrozole for 10-years. Now I've had my surgery I feel fine and have come to terms with the diagnosis.

I completely understand how you feel but 9 out of 10 referrals to the breast clinic are nothing to worry about. But if something has been picked up from your mammogram,  chances are it's been caught early and you will be fine. I think the word cancer is terrifying but try and keep a bit of perspective as it's likely if it is anything,  it can be treated relatively easily.

If you have any questions I am more than happy to answer them. I am so much more positive now and I'm looking forward to this episode being behind me. I am still making plans for the future and being happy.

The staff at the breast clinic are amazing. They do a fantastic job and once you are under their care you will feel so different. Please be assured you will be in the best hands.

With very best wishes

Jane xx

Thank you Jane ..really appreciate your reassuring words xx