I went to doctor a few weeks ago as I had a dimple on my right breast she was going to see how it went but then decided to sent me for a mammogram (I’m 49 no sign of menopause) she could not feel any lumps nor could consultant so had mammo then ultrasound where they told me I had a lump and needed to do biopsy was so stunned that I didn’t ask how big it was etc, I also have really painful erect nipples is this linked, I am not due to get my results until next Tuesday but am thinking of phoning up for them as am so worried would they tell me over phone thanks
Hi Echo
Sorry to read you’re having a worrying time at the moment. I’m sure some of the other users will be a long soon to offer you their advice and support.
In the meantime if you need some extra support or to talk things through do give the BCC helpline a call on 0808 800 6000. Here you can share your concerns with someone who will offer you a listening ear as well as emotional support and practical information. The lines are open Monday to friday 9 to 5pm and Saturday 10 to 2pm.
Best wishes Sam, BCC Facilitator
Hi Echo,
Although I can’t give you any real answers, I can definitely say I know what you’re going through, as I’m in a similar boat. I found a lump, went to GP who said it was probably a cyst. Saw the consultant yesterday and was sent for mammo and ultrasound. The mammogram didn’t show the lump, but it was easily seen on the ultrasound… I too didn’t ask about the size etc. as I think I was too stressed to think!
I had 2 core biopsies taken. The guy who did it could only really say at the time that it wasn’t a cyst or a fibroadenoma… he said it might be a papilloma, however, they usually present with nipple discharge, which I don’t have… it was also an odd shape, like a number 8!!
The consultant told me to e-mail him if I had any samples taken, which I did as soon as I got home last night. He responded this morning saying he should have the results on Tuesday, so to go and see him at 3pm (29th)…
The waiting is the definite killer… I doubt they would tell people anything over the phone, in case it isn’t good news, but perhaps it’s different in different areas? The worst thing for me is I’ll have to take my 10 year old daughter with me, as it’s half term and I don’t have anyone free to look after her… I really don’t want her there, whatever the result, as I think one way or another, I’ll probably have to have ‘it’ removed.
Poor girl has seen me go through several ops, so she is paranoid about these things! I had a hysterectomy 12 months ago, followed by lots of issues, so I really don’t want to put her through this stuff!
I’m not going to say “try to relax and don’t worry” as that’s nigh on impossible! I will say, try to keep your mind occupied by other things… On the day I go to get my result, I have a 1-2-1 with my manager shortly before… I warned him I’ll probably be a mess, but he just said “I’m sure you’ll be fine”!!! YEAH RIGHT!!
Best of luck with playing this torturous waiting game, and I hope you get the best possible result. xxx
Hi Echo and Mel,
I’m in the same boat as you both. Went to GP with a lump, she said it was probably a cyst but referred me to breast clinic. I had mammogram & ultrasound on Tues and they said it isnt a cyst and took 5 core biopsies of breast & 3 of lymph nodes. The consultant told me the radiologist is very concerned about the lump. I go back for results next Tues 3.30pm. They said to bring my husband with me.
I cant bear the waiting - every day is passing so slowly. I just want to know now!
Also, just got home from exhausting day on son’s school trip to find a letter with appointment for an MRI scan on 4th Nov.
Just feels a bit like it’s a foregone conclusion. I hate being in this limbo.
Sending big hugs to you both. xx
Hi minig. What a position to be in. I’m sorry you’re playing this awful waiting game. There are no words to express the anxiety of the wait. We just need to cope from day to day. I cope in various ways. Sometimes I throw myself into work. Other times I can’t focus on work at all! Sometimes I cocoon myself; other times I post on FaceBook! It is hell!
I wish I could give you an answer, but I can’t. All I’ll say is we get stronger with each outcome. My left boob is really sore today from mammos, biopsies etc. and then you need to work! I have a meeting with my manager shortly before I get my results! Hope he’s not expecting me to be normal! He said “I’m sure you’ll be fine Mel”! Yeah rite!! They try, men who aren’t close, but usually fail!! Hope we’re both ok! Xxx
Hi Minig. Yes, I’m 45. 3 kids, two are grown up, but got a 10 yr old as well. More worried for her as she has seen me go through a few ops and illnesses, so she’s always worrying God bless her!
I posted on FB to let people know and I suppose I was also using it as a bit of a crutch. I found it did help me… A girl who I was really good mates at school with, but not seen for about 30 years as her family moved away, messages me with her story. She has really been through the mill two entirely unrelated cancers!! Womb and breast!! She was a real rock for me.
I don’t think anyone has the right to say how you should deal with the wait… Each of us find our own way. At the end of the day, we just want to know, so waiting is torture!! No one else can tell you how you will cope best with the waiting, so do what is right for you.
Good luck to you. I should have news Tuesday around 3. I hope you’re ok and coping at the mo. xxx
Thanks Minig!! I hope so too. Let me know, as I will you. xxx
Hi all,
I went to docs Friday for other stuff and they had my results which showed that I am clear, biopsy showed that lump is benign and much relieved, hope you also geta good result
Echo
Great news!! Congrats!!