I was first told i had cancer 8 weeks ago, i had a biopsy and then a 2nd vacuum assisted biopsy a week later which was incredibly painful, this was 7 weeks ago and i am still in pain, it varies between a sharp pain to a spiky pain, the 6 biopsies were taken from under the nipple area, is this normal to still be suffering? I am waiting for a mastectomy with immediate DIEP reconstruction, still waiting to see the plastic surgeon.
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@ariella we are here for you, you’ve had a lot going on in the passed 7 weeks pulled and pushed about, I’m not surprised you’re feeling so uncomfortable, however give your breast cancer team a call to let them know how your feeling. also still waiting for your appointment with the plastics team.
The waiting game, unfortunately takes a big toll on us, hopefully you will be get sorted very soon.
Wishing you well, happiness ahead.
Hugs Tili 
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Hi ariella
Thank you for posting. It sounds like you have had a difficult time following your vacuum assisted biopsy 7 weeks ago. Pain after a biopsy can vary from person to person, but it usually improves after a few weeks. As you are continuing to experience sharp pain in the breast it is important to let your breast care nurse know so they can assess you. Some pain relief such as paracetamol or ibuprofen if you can take these may help while you wait
As @Tili mentions it is also important to ask them when your appointment with the plastic surgeon and planned mastectomy and DIEP reconstruction is scheduled for.
Waiting time targets state that in England, Scotland and Northern Ireland you should start treatment no more than 2 months (62 days) between the date the hospital receives an urgent referral for suspected cancer and the start of your treatment. Or no more than 31 days between you and your treatment team agreeing your treatment plan and the start of your treatment.
The Suspected Cancer Pathway is the waiting time target used in Wales. This combines all referrals into one target time of 62 days or less. This means, that when cancer is first suspected, everyone should have a diagnosis and have started their treatment within 62 days of referral.
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