I went to the doctors less than 3 weeks ago as I had discovered a lump on my breast, he initially thought it may be a cyst and referred me to the breast clinic. The appointment came through quickly and I was seen 2 weeks later (Monday) The consultant looked with utrasound and said it was not a cyst and I was immediatly sent for a mammogram and biopsy. I went back today for the results and was told i have Invasive Ductal Cancer grade 2 I am now a bit shell shocked although the consultant is confident it is treatable with operation to remove the lump & tissue and then radiotherapy and possible chemotherapy. I am only 43 so not subject to regular testing you get when over 50 - I am just thankful that a team from Breast Cancer Care came to give a talk in my work about checking your breasts regularly and its importance even with younger women.
I am not particularly looking forward to operation & treatment following but I am thankful I live in an area with one of the best hospitals & univercities & reasearch centres in the country.
When I was asked if I had any questions, I asked if I would be ok to go on my holiday booked for end of August and the consultant and the nurse said it should not pose any problems and a great goal to work towards.
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