I went to my GP with a lump and she seemed very concerned and said it was not a cyst. She referred me urgently but the appointment is not until the 25th. Since then the lump seems bigger and painful - sort of burning but probably because I am so terrified. I can’t believe I have only noticed it in the last month or so but it is big hard and irregular and everything the internet says is bad. I don’t know how I’m supposed to wait and am scared about the appointment.
Hi Rosie, the waiting is definitely the worst. However, two weeks is fairly normal, although mine was eight days. It does vary from Trust to Trust, and I think two weeks is just within the guidelines. Your brain does go madly in all directions wondering what is happening, but tumours, contrary to popular belief, do not grow that rapidly. Please stay away from Google. Info is well out of date, and always frightening, so come on here for advice. There is a lot of valuable information and support here. The pdf leaflets are great, but wait for your diagnosis. Until you’ve been examined there is always the chance that the lump is benign. I found it helpful to just stay very very busy doing lots of nice things. Take it one step at a time, and one day at a time. You can share your anxieties and fears here, knowing that there are so many that understand how you feel. You are not alone. Keeping my fingers and toes crossed for you. Let us know how you get on. ???