Hi my name is Susan and I found my third lump a few months ago. I have had two removed from each breast both were Fibroadenomas this was over a few years but some how this one seems much different. I went to see my specialist last week and he did the biopsy and Mamgram on that day but I am waiting to go back this week for a scan and then back for my results and I feel lost. My emotions are all over the place and I am finding it hard to really not think about it. I decided to join after reading some of the other posts from ladies in the same situations and thought it might help. Thankyou for taking time to read this …
So sorry that you are playing the waiting game … it’s the hardest part for all of us. As you will see there is tremendous support on this site and it’s a great place to come and let it all out. I hope that the results you get are favourable - please let us know how you are getting on.
I also advise not doing too much research into bc at this stage cos there is so much information, a lot of it very scary, nad it’s way too easy to read the wrong stuff, or too much, and scare yourself rigid.
As you have no doubt been told numerous times already 9 out of 10 breast lumps are not bc so keep hold of that fact and try not to worry too much … which I know is easier said than done.
This is the worst part - the waiting. I think how most of us cope now is trying not to race too far ahead. The chances are that you have a non cancerous lump especially if you had one before, even if this one feels different. If it does turn out to be cancer, then because you have been so vigilant, the chances are it will be early and easily treated. Its too easy to get carried away and think it is a lump, therefore it must be cancer and it will be terrible. This is so much not the case for the majority so as Lilac says, dont go rooting through all the stuff on the internet trying to self diagnose. That will cause you untold stress and probably all for nothing.
Hi Susan,
Yes its a scary time isn’t it.
And so many thoughts go through our minds most of them unhelpful.
Try to keep busy whilst you wait for scans and results, I ended up with some very clean and tidy cupboards before moving on to a bit of painting. A much better use of time for me than ‘worrying’ about what may or may not happen. All my results were on Wednesdays, a day which I came to dread and the first time I went back the result was inconclusive so another test and another week.
All the best
M x
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Thankyou ladies for the advise sorry it took so long to get back to you but there was another little issue I had to deal with my daughter is 6 weeks pregnant with our first grandchild and she started bleeding all is ok now but we are still on edge as she lives in Ireland. I myself still feel a little lost with not yet knowing anything I have my scan on Tuesday with my results on Thursday.I hope all is ok with you speak to you soon.
Just got back from my scan and I am alittle upset. When I got in a doctor was also present during my scan whilst I thought it was only going to be my left breast they told the specialist wanted the right breast scanning too. on doing so thye found a mass of small fibrodanomas and cysts. Then wehn they went on to scan the left breast with the large lump in she said she needed to do a core biopsy right now as the needle biopsy had not produced enough information. I am a little sore and now on my way to work feeling lost by it all. She also told me the results will take upto Friday to get and my appointment to see the spcialist is on Thursday she said she would put a note in asking for them earlier if possible, I would hate to sit there on Thursday only to be told I need to come back for the results again. Thankyou taking time to read this post.
Hi Susan
First, i would like to congratulate you on your daughters pregnancy and hope it all goes to plan.
My youngest daughter had some bleeding early pregnancy and went on to have a bouncing 8lb 3oz girl, Olivia, who is now 5!
She has helped me through the tough times, as has my 5 year old grandson. They truly are a gift.
Secondly, i hope the biopsy proves to be negative, i know the waiting on results is a nightmare at times.
Hang in there
Best wishes and all the luck in the world for Thursday.
Hi Susan,
At least you have got one bit over and now the waiting - it is hard, I think I mentioned earlier that it was a week for my results and as one proved inconclusive it had to be done again then another week of waiting.
My breast was really sore, two suspicious areas meaning two bipsies. I was advised to wear a bra in bed which helped and supported the sore boob with my hand when going up and down stairs, it also turned some very interesting colours over the following days.
All the best for those results on Thursday
m x
Well it was good news all lumps were Fibrodanomas in both breast and there are plenty of them I will let you know !!! but all are of no conccern but I will be having the large one removed.
Can I just say that I will be thinking about all you ladies on here that were not as fortunate as me to get that good news I did see one lady come out today in tears and my heart really went out to her. I have nothing but admiration for you ladies who fight this terrible disease and in the next few days I am having the pink ribbon tattoo on my shoulder to show support for all you ladies forever. Thankyou for all your kind words of support and I will be staying here to follow all you ladies with your brave fight…much love
Susan xxxx
Brilliant news Susan, really pleased that the lumps were Fibrodamas.
I expect you were so relieved especially after the tests and then having to deal with the stress and worry of waiting for the results.
Now you can relax and concentrate on your first grandchild, hope your daughter is getting on well.
All the best for the future
Magsi x