Can anyone help, been to breast clinic today had core biopsy and now because of xmas have to wait for 2 weeks for a result and have never been so scared in my life have 3 small children who are so excited about xmas. The lump I noticed a week ago I had a mirena coil in and because my periods were getting longer the gp had given me the pill cilest to regulate the bleeding. When I went to the gp and asked for the coil to be removed I immeditately stopped the pill the lump reduced by 75 per cent so I was fully expecting the breast clinic to say it was hormone changes, but they seemed not to take to much notice of this and there was an area of density (concern) so took 3 core biopsies which has totally freaked me out,
my mum was with me but since then my arms and face have gone numb and cold and although I took sleeping pill Im awake 2.30am. Can anyone help?whats the numbness and pins and needles? diden’t have it before
Dear Liz
Welcome to the forums, I am sorry to read that you are having such a difficult time and would like to suggest that you call our helpline this morning for support and advice to help you to cope with the coming days. The number to call is 0808 800 6000 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm and Sat 9am-2pm.
Hi Liz - I can so relate to how you are feeling and am sending you lots of cyber hugsxxx It is very scary and shocking when you are not expecting a biopsy to have it done there and then. I am guessing that the numbness and pins and needles is a mixture of shock and bruising from the biopsy. The core biopsies from my experience leave the breast feeling very sore and bruised and it is best not to do any heavy lifting for a few days until it has healed. A sports bra which has good sdupport might help as well. I’m not surprised you are not sleeping and the wait will seem a long time. My best advice is try and keep busy so that your mind is occupied with other things - but I know night times are the worst.
Go easy on yourself over the next few days and try and enjoy Christmas with your kids