I’m new to the forum and am worried After being referred by my doctor to the breast clinic. I’ve had a sore left breast for a while so Monday last I went to the doctors, who confirmed there is a lump. I’ve noticed some other changes and I’ve also had pain in my left shoulder (but didn’t think to mention this pain to the doc). My appointment is booked for mon 27jan, seems like ages away. Feel so worried, the just not knowing, reassuring myself that it’ll be nothing. Looking to share and get info on what to expect at the appointment etc 
Hi Papillon
You have come to the right place for support and our helpliners are on hand for you with further support on 0808 800 6000 so please feel free to call, lines are open during the week 9-5 and Saturday 10-2
This link will take you to the BCC ‘Worried about breast cancer’ page where you will find a publication about what to expect at your breast clinic appointment along with other information which I hope you will find helpful:
breastcancercare.org.uk/worried?utm_source=Homepage&%3Butm_medium=promo&%3Butm_campaign=worried
Take care
Lucy BCC
Hi Papillon,
The waiting is really the worst part… It’s horrible for everyone. All I can suggest is that you try to keep your mind occupied between now and then… Do things you enjoy, throw yourself into a good book, or do puzzles etc. whatever you do to relax and occupy that brain!
The information you can get from the leaflets on here is really helpful at explaining what to expect. But, in summary, expect a mammogram (dependent on your age. They may not do this on younger women), an ultrasound scan, and if anything shows up, they may take a fine needle aspiration (FNA - where they draw fluid of with a fine needle), or a core biopsy, where they take a piece of tissue away with a thicker needle. If any tests are done, the samples will be sent for examination at the pathology lab. Unfortunately, this would mean further waiting for results etc…
Whatever happens, I can assure you the waiting is the hardest bit. When you have some information, you will feel much more in control. This helps you to deal with the outcome, whatever that is.
Don’t think it’s all doom and gloom! Most people will stop using these forums when they get the all clear, so those of us who still post and respond are usually cancer positive. But, for every one of us, there are hundreds of women who get a great, benign result, so don’t despair!!
Try and keep your chin up until you know what you’re dealing with. Take care, and just message if you need anymore support of any kind.
Best of luck, love and hugs. Mel. xxx
Best of luck Fiona. Hoping you’ll get great news. Keep us informed. Mel. X
Hi I’m new also …was at doc Thursday and she confirmed a lump in my right breast. Ive found it really hard to know how to feel and act last few days. It’s the not knowing! Im waiting to hear from breast clinic for mammogram and ultra sound. I hope u will b ok…let me know how u get on
Hey ladies,
I really feel for you all. As I said below, this waiting is torturous! It is definitely the hardest bit to get through. Trust me, once you know what you’re dealing with, it does get easier,whatever it is…
I truly hope you all get great news from your appointments. It’s lovely to hear the good news stories! As always, if your news isn’t so good, there are lots of people here to offer support whenever you need it, for whatever reason.
Take care all keep busy, and keep posting when you need support, or just to vent your spleen!!
Love Mel. X
Hi, the not knowing sure is difficult. I feel awful, wishing away the days! Next Monday can’t come soon enough! My mind is clearly on overdrive, at work I’m printing the wrong stuff twice!!! ?
Not too long to wait now. I also have a friend at work who has an appt on 27th. She feels exactly the same.
I’m sure you’ll be forgiven for printing the wrong stuff twice Fiona! We can even do that sort of thing when we feel ‘normal’!
Once again, love and hugs to you all. Do whatever you can to divert your mind. Xxx