Hi all. Am having a really hard time at the moment and a nurse suggested that I look on here. Was diagnosed last Friday and am still waiting to find out which stage I am. They did all the usual tests but I am panicing because last night I found another lump in the same breast. Could they have missed this? Would a new lump come up that quickly? This is worse than my orginal diagnosis and I feel paralysed with fear. Have to wait until Monday to phone breast care nurse- don’t know how i will sleep til then. Deb
Hi Deb
Firstly, welcome to Breast Cancer Care’s discussion forums, I am sure you will find them of great support and information.
Being newly diagnosed is always a really difficult time and waiting for results and treatment options is very stressful.
I have given below the link to our Resource Pack for those newly diagnosed, it’s filled with information to help you better understand your diagnosis, test results and the various treatments available, etc.
I do hope you find it useful.
Also, you are very welcome to give the helpline a ring. They are great for information and support or just to listen to your concerns.
The number is 0808 800 6000 open today (Saturday) until 2pm and Monday to Friday 9am until 5pm.
Best wishes.
Louise
Facilitator
Hi Deb, sorry to hear you are having to join us on here but as Louise says this is an excellent site for discussions and information. Everyone on here is very supportive and you can pick up loads of tips etc. I know the worst time is waiting on test results, I was the same going out of my mind with worry. i was diagnosed on 2nd feb 2010, and have just started chemo. I hope your results are ok and sending positive vibes to you.
Anne x
Hi Deb and welcome to these forums. So sorry that you have found yourself here, the shock is indescribable - I know. Waiting for results is the absolute worst part of this whole disease and I really do feel for you.
I had one lump, but know that there are many other women on here that have had more than one at the same time. I would imagine that it was already there, but now you are constantly checking you’ve noticed it.
Take each step one at a time. Try and keep busy and be really kind to yourself.
I’m a bit further down the line having had surgery, chemo and rads since my diagnosis last august.
You’ve come to the right place, we all understand everything you are going through and there is always someone with the advice you need.
Let us know how you get on on Monday.
Take care.
Al
xx
Thanks ladies- am trying to ride the waves of panic. I just don’t think I’m a very brave person. Will definately be back. Deb
Deb
I think you will suprise yourself just how brave you can and will be. Once you find out a treatment plan it does get easier, I promise. We all understand here as have or are going through it too. This is a great place for advice to to just vent your frustrations, worries or anger.
Take care
Julia xx
Hi Deb,
Welcome and sorry you have been diagnosed. If you have found another lump do mention to the consultant/breast cancer nurse and I’m sure they will investigate it further. I was told I had 3 lumps in my left breast that were all biopsied, but when I had the surgery there was 2 but I am happy that everything has been removed.
It’s a tough road ahead, but you will get through it and make sure you take up any offers of help!
Paula xx
Hi Deb,
Sure you’ve made the step by coming on this site, which I’m sorry to hear you have had to, but that in itself is something that I would consider as really positive and hard to do also with some people. You will find lots of help and complete support for what you are going through.
I know it’s the not knowing that is hard to bear but try and keep busy in short bursts where you can chop and change when you feel like it - watch a dvd, where you can stop and start it whenever you like, music, crappy magazines…
I know it will be hard to sleep but you could try lavender pouches under your pillow or try lavender incense a while before you go to bed…
hope the time passes ok for you for Monday, let us know if you need anything after the visit.
Purdie x