So the first horrible waiting period is over and you’ve now got a plan which is good. And yes, absolutely, stage 1 is excellent news, as is lumph node clear. Hold on to that for sure! How many nodes did they biopsy?
I would view further scans/MRI as positive, just another level of vigilance…I think I am right in saying not all trusts offer this at this point, so a definite plus.
I’ve found reading/researching as much as I can on diet, nutrition, supplements, alternative therapies and off label drugs enormously helpful…it’s given me bit of control back. I know not everyone will be interested in this, but do let me know if you are and I can point you in the right direction. I know exactly how you are feeling right now… it’s such a RUBBISH place to be, but thousands of women have beaten this and there’s no reason why you can’t be one of them too! Sending a big virtual hug xx
Hi I am new here had a routine mammogram and was recalled told I have calcifications in one breast in one area. Had more mammograms and scan then a biopsy where markers were put on. I asked if what they have seen are cysts told no but that is all now a two week wait to be recalled to clinic for my results. Can they tell by what they see or is it just a case of you don’t know till you get the results.
I was told 1st time they were 98% sure it was cancer and 2nd time 100% sure it was cancer. I think they have a pretty good idea but not always. You could ring and ask the Breast Care Nurse if you want to know. I asked 2nd time but they just told me 1st time although it was quite big the 1st time.
Hi @lee774 I was also told at biopsy that the lump was cancer but the biopsy would tell them what type. I was called back after a routine mammogram and felt a bit calmer being told that rather than hanging on to false hope, but that would not everyone’s reaction.
It’s the worst time in the whole process and feels endless at the beginning. It won’t be long in the overall scheme of things before you know if it is or isn’t (most, by a large majority, come back ‘isn’t’) but if it is, you’ll also know what is going to be done about it. My results appointment was quite rudimentary in that the oncologist I saw was very rushed and harassed but, as I was leaving (aka bum’s rush) he shouted out “you’ll most likely have a normal lifespan”. It’s amazing the silly things you hang on to - what’s normal? - but I just believed I’d be alright. I’m three years past it all now and so far, so good therefore don’t be too discouraged if the results come back that it is because most are eminently treatable. Good luck.
Hi,
Newbie here as I joined his club last night!
I found a lump a month ago. Made a same day appointment with GP who referred me for the 2 Weekwait. At breast clinic yesterday, had mammogram, 3d mammogram and then ultrasound. Radiologist is convinced it is cancer and took 4 biopsy samples.
On speaking to consultant after he is working on the premis that it is cancer. Have been assigned a Breast Care Nurse and because it’s cancer - I now get free parking!!!
Has anyone ever been told - we got it wrong at the biopsy result appointment and it’s not cancer after all?
Maybe I’m being delusional!
Thanks all, lovely to read your words of wisdom. I too have bought a journal
To document these bizarre times.
So sorry to read you needed to join the club, however we are all here for you with love and support.
Firstly, at the moment take one day at a time, with a notepad and pen to scribble down anything you are worried about or need to discuss and we always forget the most important questions.
I’m not medically trained to give advise, but sadly it sounds you most probably have a cancer, the radiologist know what they are looking for, I was also told after a biopsy it’s was probably cancer.
I do wish you well, with health and happiness going forward
Please keep posting to let us know how your getting on.
I think the scanning technology is so sophisticated these days that, if they suspect it is, they feel comfortable saying so. I was told at biopsy that it was cancer but the biopsy would say what type. It made the wait for results slightly easier as it is the uncertainty that is so difficult to deal with. It didn’t stop me occasionally thinking “but what if it isn’t?” but it was and, really, I knew it was. Lumpectomy, radiotherapy and Letrozole for me, all eminently doable and I’m over three years past diagnosis and don’t think about it that much. If it turns out to be what the radiologist suspects, then I wish you good luck for a successful treatment programme.
I am new here in a similar situation… My gynecologist found a lump on the left breast. Sent me for a mammogram and ultrasound which I did yesterday. The radiologist wanted mored images and I knew that it could not be good because others who got there after me had already left. They gave me a letter and reports which both stated highly suspicious for malignancy. I am waiting for my gynecologist to send orders for two different biopsies. One is with a 3d mammogram sitting up and the other an ultrasound. I am 37 years old and with 4 little children. I have not been able to eat and did not sleep at all last night. I an so anxious, scared, and nervous. Praying for you and everyone going through this.
I went to the gynecologist for routine Pap smear and she felt my breast and found a lump on left breast. Mammogram and ultrasound done. Now pending both biopsies one u/s guided and the other stereotactic with tomosynthesis guided biopsy.
