Hi, I’m new on here & never thought I would find myself on here! I’ve been reading through a lot of posts over the last day or so & found them most helpfuI.
I found a lump in my breast a few weeks back now & tbh ignored it, as always too busy to go to the drs but its got to the stage where I couldn’t ignore it anymore, I feel a bit foolish tbh.
I saw dr on Monday who said was referring me to the breast clinic as an ‘urgent’ referral, I have my appointment on Wednesday, must say I’m impressed how quick, but now I’m getting anxious.
I haven’t told anyone other than my husband, but he works away, & I don’t want to worry anyone else or make a fuss if it turns out to be nothing, but part of me wishes there was someone to take with me.
I’m just being silly 
Hi Emzp and welcome to the BCC forums
In addition to the support here our helpliners are on hand with a listening ear on 0808 800 6000, lines are open 9-5 weekdays and 10-2 Saturdays so please call if you feel it would help to talk your concerns over
I am posting a link to the BCC ‘Worried about breast cancer’ information page, here you will find a publication about attending the breast clinic which you may find helpful:
Take care
Lucy
Hello,
of course you aren’t not being silly, this is a very anxious time. I understand how you feel about not wanting to worry anyone and for that reason I did not tell my Mum. However, I did tell a few select girlfriends, who were so kind, understanding and supportive. Tell someone: they will understand how you feel. You are vulnerable at the moment and need support. It is good to have someone to go with you. I hope the appointment goes well and wish you lots of luck.
Thank you Jivey, I appreciate your kind words.
I have spoken with a good friend today & she offered to come with me, so feel a bit less anxious x
Hi Emzp
Like you, I didn’t tell anyone. I kept it to myself for 5 weeks, then I told my husband. I waited until I knew what I was dealing with until I told anyone else. After all, it might have been nothing and I would have worried them needlessly. It is a shame your husband works away. I’m glad you have a close friend you can trust to tell, and take them with you. They might remember information that you forget (we can’t take everything in at once). Also, it might be a good idea to take a notebook and jot down questions you feel you need to ask, and jot down the answer too.
AND YOU ARE NOT BEING SILLY!!! Please remember that.
Good luck and take care
Poemsgalore xxx
Thank you for your comment poemsgalore… That’s some good advice about the notebook, I tend to get quite nervous around drs & have felt quite intimidated in the past. I have epilepsy so have had my fair share of Drs in the past, & never remember half the things I mean to ask, as often feel spoken at, rather than spoken too.
In regard to questions though, I have no idea, what to ask. I suppose that depends on what they say? Would you agree?
To be honest I am of the mindset its nothing serious & all will be fine, probably a little naive, but I think this is my best coping mechanism for me & then if there is nothing to tell, I haven’t caused any major cause for concern.
I have put my family & friends through enouvet over the yesrs with my epilepsy!!
I hope you are doing well x