Hi all, I was diagnosed on 28th December with BC. I went to my doctor in november with pain in my right breast. I was told it was a cyst but was referred to the local breast care unit. I went to my appt on 14th December still told it was a cyst. They aspirated the cyst and then underneath they found a lump. They did a biopsy there and then. Results came through 28th December and was diagnosed. I had my WLE and sentinel node biopsy on 14th January. 21st January called back and have been told that there are signs it is in my lymph nodes. I go back on Monday 28th January for a axillary clearance. I feel like I am dreaming, and on a roller coaster. I am trying to be positive and upbeat as that is my character, but I am so scared. I turned 43 at Christmas, and never thought I would be going through this, silly I know as none of us do. All I can say is that all the professionals that I have dealt with so far have been amazing. I am determined to keep smiling and get through this.
Dear Tillywb
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Anna
Hi,
Same boat ! I found a limp bout 3 weeks ago. Diagnosed with a cyst and cancer. They dont seem bothered about the cyst but am going talking surgery next week ! My limp is approx 2.5cm and keep wondering if found earlier could have avoided surgery ! I am putting a brave face on as most people probably are but underneath scared !!
I am 42 but have a 6 year old and an 18 year old ! My partner has been my rock since we found out and am lucky to have him by my side every step of the way !!
hi i got my diagnosis on the 2nd jan, i’m 43 with 5 kids, i had my left boob off on friday 25th jan its all gone very fast chemo should be starting in about 3 week, so this week i am having fun buying hats and scalves, i have cut my hair and died it a deep red colour, on tuesday im having it cut again i am really having fun with it doing things i would never dare do with it as its coming off anyway, 
hi there is a currently a facebook “Younger Breast cancer Network UK (secret Group)” where you can privately chat with younger women 20’s, 30’s and 40s who have bc. this group is very private and safe 