Hi all,
Recently I discovered a lump and went to be checked out by the doctor. Was seen by a nurse and she was able to feel it and referred me for an urgent appointment at the breast clinic.
I have a significant family history - my mother died of ovarian cancer at 42. I’m 37 and have two small children (5 and 7).
Appointment came through for a week on Monday. I had a fibroadenoma (sp?) in my early twenties and although this lump feels very similar to what I remember that one feeling like, I cannot help but be really scared that this will be something more sinister. Trying hard to focus on positives but really struggling with the wait between appointments. Any advice on managing anxiety during this time would be much appreciated! Thank you x
I had appt and now waiting for results, am trying not to dwell on it and keep to my usual daily routine. being kind to myself and not over thinking (which i do a lot) i find ‘square breathing’ helps, breathe in count of 4, hold for 4, breathe out for 4, hold for 4 and try and close my mind down/ switch off negative and bothersome thoughts. i’m sure there are other tips folk will have. all best wishes x
Hi
I totally understand how you feeling at the moment. My mum has been recently diagnosed with Breast cancer. The waiting for appointment, test results and any other tests that’s still pending or waiting for outcome is what caused me having sleepless nights, anxiety…you name it.
Thankfully CT scan came all clear is just only breast tumour and 6 lymph nodes affected.
So now waiting for her treatment plan.
I know it’s hard and it’s no easy to change your mind but whatever it is stay positive, the earlier detected (hopefully it’s not in your case) the better. Treatments and technology is so advanced.
Even till now, I have my moments where I feel so low but i believe personally you gotta let it out instead keeping it in. I felt better after a good cry. Go out for walks, do what you like, this forum is honestly one of the best platform, you get lots of motivation, advises, tips and really to let your heart out 
Don’t worry even tough it’s hard but stay positive
Hi @pezza123
I know the waiting for things is hell so here’s what I found useful.
The breathing exercises, already mentioned, to focus on the moment, are useful when you’re trying to get to sleep or relax. Otherwise, I found distraction the best. So action-packed movies, good books. Plan an activity that you have to focus on, like inviting people for a meal, or an outing with a picnic. A new activity where you are being instructed, so you have to focus. Vigorous exercise I also found helpful - it’s hard to feel anxious when you are exhausted!! Just try to bring your mind back to what your current reality is, rather than racing off to ‘worst case’ scenarios. Remember most lumps turn out to be benign like fibroadenomas, cysts etc.
I hope everything turns out well for you. Do let us know how you get on.
Regards
Eily xxx
Just an update - I had my breast clinic appt today. Had a check up and then ultrasound and they think that it is most probably a fibroadenoma again. They have done a biopsy but I was quite reassured by their confidence that that was what it was.
Thanks for all the support on here - hope my experience is helpful for others to read.
That’s really great news. So glad you are feeling calmer. All the best
Xxxx. Eily❤️
What a relief, well done pezza, wish you lots of happiness
Hugs Tili 
