Hello, I was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma, grade 3 triple negative + 2 pathological lymph nodes breast cancer on the 19/2/25.
HER2 result came back on 12/3/25. I have been told by Oncology that my first appointment to discuss will be another 3-4 weeks. I’m concerned that the cancer will be spreading to other organs. How fast does it spread and where can it go?
Thank you.
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Hi @joolz1,
Firstly, welcome to the forum - we hope you find it a supportive and helpful place. Everyone is super friendly, so please do take the time to search and explore the different categories.
We’re truly sorry to hear of your diagnosis - and that you’re anxious about your wait for treatment. That is totally to be expected after the shock of a diagnosis - you might find it helpful to talk through your worries with one of our nurses. You can reach them on our free support helpline 0808 800 6000.
There is also info here relating to wait times and what you can expect Cancer waiting times | Cancer Research UK
Sending all our best,
Alice 
Thank you Alice for your quick response ~ I have watched the video re treatment/appointment times and found it very helpful. Thank you again
Hi - I was diagnosed with grade 3 triple negative bc last year. Like you, I was terrified it would spread but the surgeon assured me that it wouldn’t spread in that time. It feels like ages to us but it’s a short time in the world of cancer. I hope your treatment goes well x
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Thank you for taking the time to reply. That sounds very reassuring, and I know there are lots of women in the same boat, but at the moment it feels like it’s just me. Thanks again and I hope you are doing ok