I went to see the doctor today - I’ve been suffering with breast pain (almost like a prickling) on and off for 3 months now. The doctors have always thought it is muscular, I went back today and they have referred for me to go the breast clinic.
The breast is slightly sensitive but the doctor can’t feel any lumps - she says she is referring me because of the length of time.
I’m so scared, I feel like this will be the longest 2 weeks, I feel like my world is standing still. I just keep thinking what if - I have a 10 year old and my anxiety is going crazy.
hi Kate
What you’re feeling is quite common when referred to the breast clinic, but it’s absolutely right you have been, as only the breast clinic can sort it out for you.
Easier said than done, but try to carry on as normal & distract yourself from those anxious thoughts, honestly, bc is the least likely reason for your symptoms, with most women on here going on to get the all clear. Mostly, there is a benign reason for the breast change.
IF on the off chance it is bc, then treatment outcomes are excellent now with the vast majority of us now getting on with our lives after treatment. It’s certainly not the end of the world!
Just to add, that in managing anxiety, avoid general googling as it only makes it worse for no reason & changes nothing. Use this site if you need any info or come back here.
let us know how you get on
ann x
I know exactly how you are feeling. I’ve also been referred and time seems to be standing still waiting for the appointment to come round.
My anxiety has been crippling and has definitely been made worse by Googling. I am just trying to get through it day by day but am really struggling. Good luck with the waiting and your appointment.
Hi Kate, I’m 27 too and have 2 kids. I’ve been referred to a breast clinic after finding a lump. I’m pretty much on the same boat as you, obsessing about it. My appointment is next Thursday and I’ve been trying to keep busy and not think about it. Doing things with my kids and planning days out. I was constantly googling, trying to find answers. All that does it create more anxiety. Just try not to think about it. Nothing you do between now and your appointment is going to make any difference to the outcome. Anyway, I just wanted to let you know, your not alone. Stay positive!
Sarah xx
Hi Kate, my appointment is the 30th too. I’ve been beside myself with worry and torturing myself with negative thoughts. I’ve spent most of the weekend in my dressing gown feeling sorry for myself.
i can’t seem to motivate myself into gear. After reading lots of positive outcomes on here from lots of women’s appointments it has reassured me.
I’ve decided I can’t change what’s ahead so I’m getting on with it tomorrow enough of worrying. I think my dog has even picked up on my worrry and has not left my side this weekend!
Fingers crossed we get good news!
Xx
Helena, you are so thoughtful thinking about us.
Unfortunately, it wasn’t the news I hoped for. I’ve got breast cancer. I feel almost relieved, as not knowing felt worse. I had a couple of biopsies on the area and will know more next week. She said it’s about 3cms and it’s very near to the surface of skin. So may be a tricky operation to do as a lot of skin will have to be removed. She said the lymph nodes didn’t look swollen. But said I’d need further investigation to be certain.
I told my daughter last night. As I felt it was for the best as it’s half term so I can keep and eye on her and make sure she’s ok. I’ve got my 12 year old son to tell today. But not sure what to say. Cancer is such a big scary word! Then the rest of my family and friends.
Surprisingly, I feel really strong and in fight rather than flight mode!
Xx
Hi Sandra,
Thank you for taking the time to reply.
At this moment I’m kind of thinking I don’t care what this boob looks like, just get this cancer out of me. But doctor said I wouldn’t thank her if she made a mess of it, once I’m recovered and years down the line.
I’m now over analizing the fact that it’s attached to the skin as she said it was unusual. (But not googling that info)
Just wondered what treatment you’ve had Sandra, if you don’t mind sharing that we me.
I’ve told my main family and friends now. I felt drained (emotionally) last night. But wanted it done so can now think about me, hubby and kids!
Next, chapter is telling work. I’ve got a week off this week. (Work in education) I’m really anxious about this as I’ve never had time off. I even feel guilty for taking time off when kids are ill.
I told my surgeon to do what she needed to do, mastectomy, lumpectomy! Just remove the lump!
I had a lumpectomy and SNB done on 30 th March.
Recovery was good and I took 4 weeks off work…i’m in education too! This time included the Easter holidays.
I went back for my results and the surgeon had got a clear margin but a micromet was found on the sentinal node which 5 years ago would not have been found as so small and some countries would class it as negative.
I decided to have an axillary node dissection, couldn’t live with a what if!
I am a grade 2 and showed no lymph node involvement on ultrasound!
It is thought a blood splash from either the biopsy or surgery transferred to sentinal node!
I have my results next Monday 5th June and an oncology appt on 19 th June!
My initial treatment plan was radiotherapy and tablets for 10 years! Now I don’t know if I need chemo as well! Terrified of that to be honest!
I am still off work and can’t see me going back just yet!
We had OFSTED in last week and I felt very guilty not being there supporting my teacher!
We got a good with outstanding elements from special measures 3 years ago!
We are now an academy!
Any time you need a chat!
Hi Sandra,
you’ve made me feel better knowing that you’ve only had 4 weeks off. I’m like thinking at least 6 months! But, I suppose until I have my treatment plan I’ll know more then.
I’m just putting everything in their hands. In fact I’m happy to have chemo at least I’ll know that I’ve done everything possible to stop it from spreading. I’m thinking if they don’t offer it how do they know that no cells have escaped? So if they offer it just think of it as a positive and reassurance that everything has been done! (I can’t believe I’m giving advice! Lol!)
OFSTED “yuck” I think it was a good time to get BC ? Don’t feel guilty you’ll have many more of them in the future! ?
Here’s to good future health and speedy recovery!
Xx
