Hi
I’ve just been to the breast clinic this morning after being referred by my GP because of a lump I found in December ( but only went to docs a couple of weeks ago).
I had a mammogram then an ultrasound. The radiographer didn’t seem too concerned about the lump I had found, saying that it looked like fat narcosis. However, she found a smaller pea size lump in the same breast which she spent a long time looking at. She said it looked initially like a fibroadenoma, but when she compared it to one I’ve had on my other breast for several years she said it looked different?
Next, I saw the consultant who had a good feel and said although he doesn’t think it’s anything sinister he wants to do an ultrasound guided core biopsy.
I have to go in on Friday for this, then have to wait a further 5 days for the results. Feeling more and more anxious now. This waiting is awful. Sarah x
Hi Sarah,
I am so sorry you are having this worry right now. The waiting room is the worst place to be, as you have no real answers and all the possibilities keep going round and round in your head. Try to fill your time doing things you really, really enjoy. Reading a good book, watching a good movie, anything to try and distract yourself. Unfortunately the weather isn’t very good either, so a nice country walk is out of the question. Perhaps you could read some posts in this thread:
forum.breastcancercare.org.uk/t5/Hope-and-inspiration/bd-p/4524
where those of us who have undergone treatment and are at various stages of being NED (no evidence of disease) post our good news messages. It might help to show you there is light at the end of this awful tunnel you are currently in. Sending big hugs and best wishes.
poemsgalore xx
Hi pormsgalore
Thank you.
I will certainly have a look at the link you have posted. I find myself constantly on this site at the moment. It is comforting to know we’re not alone.
It is an awful wait. I was really hoping that I was going to find everything out today, and have now got another 10 days to go until I know the results.
I feel really awful as haven’t told my mum about any of this. She’s such a worrier and I don’t want to worry her unnecessarily. It’s only my husband and a couple of close friends who know, but I feel so guilty not saying anything.
Was also wondering about the core biopsy. Will I be in pain for a while afterwards? I’m just worried as I’m at work less than 48hours after and my job is quite physical and involves a lot of lifting etc.
Thank you again for taking the time to reply to me. I appreciate hearing from others who know what it’s like to go through this.
Sarah x
Will also take your advice about keeping busy to take my mind off it. Have been meaning to go through the kids drawers and sort out all their outgrown clothes for a while!! Lol! X
Hi Sarah
Completely understand where you’re coming from I had a mammogram and ultrasound on Thursday - expecting to be told everything fine . Instead the radiologist said my lump was indeterminate and did a core biopsy there a d then . Think I’m still coming to terms with the shock and just like you I’m constantly on the site , trying to stay calm and take the advice from the lovely people on here.
My experience with the core biopsy was ok - told to take it easy for 24 hours and I have a bruised boob but other than that it was fine - hope that helps. Take care xxx
Hi Belinda
It’s awful isn’t it the not knowing. I really do think it helps coming on here. There are so many inspirational people on here.
Do you have much longer to wait for your results? Xx
Hi Sarah
Completely agree - finding this forum has really helped at such a horrible time. I get the results on Thursday morning , to say in terrified doesn’t come close but I know worrying wont change the outcome . Knowing I can come on here to share my thoughts with people in a similar situation makes me feel less alone and gives me strength to get through this awful wait . Take care , hope you get good news too xxx
Hi Belinda and hadders.
Looks like we are all in the same boat. I’ve been told I’ll get my results on Wed 12th after going for the biopsy this fri.
Going to take the dog out then going to sort the kids old clothes out. Keeping busy!!
I’ll see what they say about going to work just after the biopsy, but I may just try and work through any pain.
I will be thinking about you both on Thursday and will keep everything crossed that all is ok.
Take care xx
Morning ladies
Better start to today-focussing on the present not the past or the future us a good tip from others on the forum ! It was a good decision to use my leave and take this week off work - if I feel the need to cry or rant I can and not bottle up my feelings - also means I get to keep myself busy with stuff I enjoy but never make time to do! Have a lovely day xxx
Morning Belinda and hadders
Will be thinking if you both today. Hugs.
Sarah x
Thanks so much Sarah - hadders thinking of you too xxxxx
It’s good news! No evidence disease, explained just normal changes in fibrous tissue - I can’t begin to explain how I feel or grateful I am to get this news.
Thank you so much Sarah and hadders for your support . Hadders I truly hope you get good news too , Sarah , will be thinking about you tomorrow and sending you positive thoughts so you get the right results too . Big hugs and thanks again xxxxx
Aww Belinda that is fantastic news, what a relief! You should enjoy a nice large glass of something tonight!!!
Dreading tomorrow as hate needles…and waiting!! Been doing a big spring clean to keep my mind off it all. Quite therapeutic and definitely a good distraction.
Hadders - really hope it’s good news for you too.
Thanks again for your good wishes xx
Hadders - I’ve been thinking of you all day , so sorry it wasn’t better news . You sound positive and strong and it’s good that its only small . I know you will get lots of support on here and at least know you know what you are dealing with . Poems galore and Sarah thanks again - the support on this site us truly amazing and if there is a good thing to come out of this experience its meeting (albeit in a virtual way 
) lovely people like you guys , take care xxxx
So sorry hadders that you didn’t get the all clear. It’s good that your positive though and with it being small you’ll soon be on the road to recovery and you have the support of all the lovely people on here Xx
I agree Belinda, everyone on this site is so friendly. I’ve learnt so much and it’s good to know that we’re not alone in any of this.
Once again thank you all for your kind thoughts. Will be hoping tomorrow is over quickly and Wednesday is soon here as this not knowing is driving me mad!! Xx
Hi
Well went for my core biopsy today and have come away feeling slightly confused!!
As I mentioned earlier the radiologist didn’t seem too concerned about the lump I had found ( mentioning possible fat necrosis ) but seemed more interested in another lump found on the ultrasound which she said looked like a fibroadenoma but when she looked at a fibroadenoma I’ve had in other breast for last eight years she said it looked different and should be biopsied. When saw consultant he said the same.
However, today (a different radiologist) did the biopsy on the original lump I went in with. He had trouble finding it on the ultrasound but said it doesn’t look like anything bad at all, he thinks it’s just dense tissue and he took three samples from it. I said I thought it was the other lump (the ‘suspected’ fibroadenoma ) that was getting biopsied and he said no that’s definitely a fibroadenoma. That’s what’s on the notes to check. I didn’t question it further!!
I’m just now concerned as I was almost positive they were checking the other lump to make sure. How can they tell without testing it if that’s exactly what it is? I go for my results appointment on weds ( although today was told they prob won’t be ready by then). Am I within my rights to ask that the suspect FA be tested? Or can I ask that this be removed? And also if they say yes to removal do you think the one I’ve had in other breast for several years could be removed too?
Sorry for the long rambling, just feeling a bit confused!! Sarah xx
Hi sylviah
I know you’re right. I will definitely write all my concerns down and question things. I don’t know why, but whenever I see medical professionals I just seem to take everything they say as gospel and don’t ask the questions I should!! I really really need to be more assertive!
I know I should be relieved that the radiologist was almost certain the lump I presented with looked ok but it’s really playing on my mind about the fibroadenoma diagnosis without any testing. I know they are most common in women in their 20’s. I’m 37 now. I was in my late 20’s when my last one was diagnosed and now I think of it that was only diagnosed with ultrasound and no biopsy. It’s just the more I read about them on here, the more I’ve read about people being misdiagnosed ( although I’m sure the one I’ve had for eight years would have presented itself as something by now if it was a misdiagnosis?) and it really worries me.
I have gone through the NHS for this as with breast conditions they are really quick with appointments. I do have private cover through my work and am wondering weather to/ if I’m able to take this route for second opinion if needs be?
I have my consultant appointment on weds, so will give myself a good talk on assertiveness before then. Sarah xx
Thanks. I’ll definitely talk to the consultant on weds. Haven’t slept all night, partly worry, partly sore boob!!
I’ll wait and see what the outcome of the biopsy is ( hope the radiographer was right, that it didn’t look sinister). I’ll ask about getting the suspected FA removed as I know I’ll never be happy with something that’s not been tested inside me after reading about so many that have been misdiagnosed and that terrifies me and makes me more angry that it wasn’t tested. Just feeling stressed and upset.
Sorry to keep rambling about this. My issues by the looks of it are minor compared to a lot of people on here and I’m so so grateful for all the support and kindness, thank you xx
Thank you Laura.
I have written a few things down and my husband is coming too. I keep telling myself to be assertive!!
Hope all is ok with you. I know we’re never alone with this site. It has taught me so much and the support is fantastic. Thanks again. Sarah xx
Hi Sarah
Will be thinking if you tomorrow and have everything crossed for good news . It’s horrible to leave with nagging doubts in tiur head so you are definitely doing the right thing by asking lots if questions - I’m exactly the same ! Take care xxx