Hi there,
Just found out the lump in my right breast is cancerous. I am only 27 and am so scared:(
Hi Lauren, I’m so sorry that you have been diagnosed at such a young age, you must be so scared, I’m 20 years older than you and I was, do you know any more about what will happen next? Xx Jo
Hi Jo,
I just did this test today where they had me swish some mouthwash in my mouth and then they collected it. I guess that’ll determine what stage or how severe it is. I’ll get results in about a week then we’ll be able to determine the next steps.
How are you doing?
They did the core needle biopsy and I got the results today that it was cancerous.
I guess the mouthwash thing was to check for a genetic mutation gene which they said if I had that I’d need a double mastectomy for sure and I’d be at risk for uterine cancer?
They said if it came back negative I could just get a lumpectomy or make the personal decision to do the mastectomy.
I gets results back in a week, trying to stay positive. Thank you so much for your response XO lauren
Oh right, yes as you are young I think they do tend to test for a genetic link, I hope you have some good support at home and we are always here on the forum to lend a shoulder and help as much as we can Xx
If they have found it early then my opinion is thats very good many many options they can offer you stay strong and positive wishing you well in your future months x
Thank you Hellywelly!
Hi Lauren,
I’ve been reading on this forum since I got my diagnosis a month ago, I’m 26 and got diagnosed with breast cancer last month. I’m still waiting to have the gene test as they say it’s done as standard at our ages 
I really hope your test comes back negative. Have you been given an appointment for them to explain everything to you? I had to phone and ask the same questions several times because I was so scared nothing would sink in
Hi Joey, sounds like we’re in the same boat. I’m waiting to hear back on the gene test too. They talked to me about a possible lumpectomy and mastectomy. Very nerve racking, gotta stay positive. We’ll get past this!!
Hi
I was 28 when i was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer! scariest moment of my life! My 1 st thought was…i am going to die and leave my 1 year old daughter! i cried for like 2 weeks…I went through chemo, operation, radiation.
I am now 30 and cancer free.
All i can say to you is…its ok to be scared and emotional! but be Positive! deside today that you are going to live and you will kick cancers ass! but most of all…Get your strengh from GOD. You can not do this without HIM.
Stay strong, Be Positive, and believe in our heavenly Father
God Bless
Just read the threads. I was over the yesterday that lump is not benign I noticed the cancet word wasn’t used. Have an appointment with Consultant at 2pm today so will get the full picture. I am 45 in a few weeks breastfed my 3 children . Felt fit and well albeit overweight. Found hard lump 3 weeks ago urgent referral including core biopsy. I have to have another ultrasound today as Radiologist picked up an enlarged lymph gland when he took sample from lump. Gone from numb to angry to emotional and weepy. Have to tell children and parents today dreading it as Mam cares for my Dad who has dementia.
Told over the phone and cancer. Damm mobile phones. X
Hi Lauren, you’re not alone…I joined this forum because I was getting emotionally exhausted of going for chemotherapy and seeing people always older than me there. I was diagnosed at 26 last May…had to go through chemo, lumpectomy and now starting rads and on herceptin…I remember the day I was told on the phone my lump was cancerous…I was at work and I just fell down to the floor in hysterical tears, but luckily I was working late and no one was there to see any of it!
It’s terrifying at first…and then like everything else in life you just have to stand up to it and get it over with. Stay focused, positive and determined to beat it. When diagnosed so young, they do everything they can to make sure your chances of remission are really good and recurrence is reduced. It’s challenging on so many levels, but it will only make you stronger and stronger. One day at a time. We are here for you…I KNOW how it feels right now for you. Lots of hugs and prayers!
Gcinny, thank you for your comment. I haven’t been logging in here as much as I’m trying to stay positive and I feel like the best thing to do is not think about this and think ‘happy thoughts.’
But your story and Terians sound so similar to my situation. I’m terrified of Chemo!! Which they told me today was pretty much a requirement to ensure that I don’t get cancer again. HOW did you ladies deal with this?!? I know it sounds so shallow, my focus should be 100% on survival but with the Chemo, did you lose all your hair? Are you unable to have children now?
So proud of you, stay strong<3
Hi There,
I’m really sorry to hear your news and sending you a big hug!.. I am 26 years old and going through the same thing. How far have you got with your treatment? i have had a lumpectomy in Jan and a few nodes removed which all came back clear. Mine was grade 2 and from the op they had a good clearance so i am now deciding on chemo or if i just go for Radiotherapy and Tamoxifen. Its such a hard decision and alot to take in but. Try not to feel scared there is so much support and people who will get you through this…Let me know how you are feeling and getting on.
Lots of love x