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Hi..saw your post and thought I would reply. I received an invite back in 2013 for my first ever mammogram..I went,then after 10 days received a phone call saying I needed to have further tests as something was showing they needed to investigate. They didn't tell me what is was or where it was, just that I would need another mammo at a different hospital. I booked an appointment to be seen 2 days later. To say I was petrified is an understatement. Anyway, off I went with my husband..I had another mammogram and ultrasound on my left breast, which I thought strange as I always felt my right breast was more lumpy than my left! They weren't happy with the mammogram results so I the had 5 core biopsies. They then booked me into see the team to discuss my results in ten days time. At this point, I was convinced I had cancer, however...on the day I was appointed to see the team, I received a phone call from the consultant who looked at my results and explained it was calcifications, not cancer and I would again been called in 3 years time for another mammogram I think what I'm trying to say is try not assume the worst , I know that is easier said then done as I have been there. The waiting game is the worst time ever, especially at night. What ever happens, try to keep positive (again easier said then done) but always know you can come on here and speak as much as you want. Big hugs K xxx ... View more

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Hi mrsMeeg Show your post...back in September 2013 I was recalled from my first mammogram as something looked suspicious. I had to go to another hospital outside my area for a 3 hour appointment where they did another more thorough mammo on my left breast, then ultrasound then 5 samples taken from core biopsy. It was all very scary and at the end the nurse gave me an appointment booked at my local hospital in ten days from then. To see the breast team to discuss my results. I was convinced it was something serious and those ten days were the longest of my life. The day of my appointment arrived and two hours before the appointment the consultant who I saw for the second mammo phoned me to say my results were clear, the team had looked at them that morning and to come back in 3 years for next mammo but keep breast aware which I do. Sorry for the rant, but if I can just take away a bit of the fear you are going thru and let you know of a positive outcome out of this horrible time you are going thru...the waiting is the worst..please try not to worry...easier said then done I know only too well..you will get thru this and I am sending you positive vibes!!! All the best and let us know how you get on? Big hugs Kate ... View more

Hi Evie Know exactly how you feel. I too got phone call to say all was clear and to keep checking (which I do monthly).i must say I was elated. Such great news!! Seems like you you went through exactly what I went through. Now go and enjoy your birthday. To me, it did make me value everything in my life and appreciate everything I have, which I never did before so another positive to come out of it. I still dip into this website, if I can help other ladies in this waiting game, then at least I know I can help in a small way do get through this horrible waiting game! I will be having a drink to congratulate you on great your on your great results and birthday. To other ladies waiting for results, I wish you all the best...please do not worry, I know easier said than done..we are always here if you need to sound off.. This can be a c*** Time but we are here if you need to talk. Big hugs Katie ... View more

PS. I was 49 when I went for my mammogram ..now 50 yahoo!,, ... View more

Hi Evie Just wanted to let you know I too had a core biopsy..5 samples taken as calcifications were shown. Agree with you that it wasn't as bad as expected. The waiting game is horrible. One hour seems like a day! Mine was found in my left breast which surprised me as my right breast seemed more lumpy. Anyway, after 10 days waiting for results I found out my calcifications where innocent and told to come back in 3 years for regular mammogram. Please remember most calcifations are innocent but I do know the worry you are going through and no matter how much I say please do not worry, you still will. Good luck with your results on Mondsy.. I'm sure you will be ok.. Let us know how you get on. Big hugs Katie x ... View more

Hi sweet pea So sorry you are still waiting for an appointment. My heart goes out to you. You should not have to go thru this torment for such a long time. Do not apologise for off loading, that it why we are here. If you have not heard by Monday, chase it up again either via your GP or hospital and be adamant you want to know an appointment date ASAP. Explain how longed you have waited and the distress you have been going thru. I know it's hard but you should have had an appt by now. He'll, I will do it for you if you want. It makes me so angry that appointments aren't booked in the 2 week time frame that we are promised. I am sure you will be fine and I totally understand re your twin girls but you will be around and see them grow into young ladies and be their for them for all the special occasions, boyfriends, marriage, grandchildren etc. Just keep positive you will get thru this, I promise. Katie xx ... View more

Hi ladies Just been reading your posts and thought I send a wick reply. I was where you are now back in September 2013. Was invited to attend my first mammogram for the screening programme although I am 49 they were introducing it for ladies aged from 47. I was really nervous but the mammogram wasn't as bad as I thought and was over within five minutes. Was told I would get results within 2-3 weeks. Put it out of my mind. Then, about 2&half weeks in I got a phone call inviting me back for a recall. It was booked the day after, at another hospital and told to be prepared for the procedure to last 2-3 hours. I was absolutely petrified . They did explain that because they didn't have another mammorgram to compare with that's what I was called back and obviously something showed up that needed investigated. So had detailed mammogram ,ultrasound and core biopsy where they took 5 samples. Was told I would get results within ten days. I KNOW only to well the waiting game and know exactly what you are going thru..all scary thoughts go thru you head and a day feel likes a week. What I want to say is....time will pass and not all lumps/bumps are cancerous in fact the majority are not and they are more likely to be benign innocent lumps then something sinister. I know is I say please do not worry, you still will. Please try to put it out of your mind and enjoy the weekend....get out with the kids, have a nice meal with a bottle of wine with your other half, watch the X factor ! I used to say 'Right, it's the weekend.. I will not waste any more emotions on this thing..I will worry again on Monday. Sorry for the rant ladies..my thoughts are with you and best possible results for next week. Love Katie x ... View more

Hi Emily Just wated to say hope all goes well with your appontment tomorrow. The mammorgram isn't so much painful but a bit uncomfortable but is over within 5-10 mins. I know you are worried but please try not to be (I know this is easier said then done) at least this time tomorrow it will be done and dusted. Can you take a friend with you? Remember, most breast lumps are innocent so hold on to that. I know how you feel because I have been there and believe me there is light at the end of the tunnel. Let us know how you get on and hope all turns out fine for tomorrow which I'm sure it will. Take care and big hugs Katie x ... View more

Hi Jackie and thank you for your post. Yes, the whole procedure is overwhelming but at least it's over and done with. Great that your getting your results so quickly! I remember when I had similar procedures back in October, it felt all so surreal and the waiting game is pants. But I did get thru it and now it seems like a age ago. It did make me appreciate so much more and determined to enjoy everyday from there on in lol. The doctors would have been very thorough and do not give anything away. I kept looking at my doctor to see if I could read her face for anything but they are just doing their job. Anyway, best of luck with your results. Let us know how you get on? Big hugs Katie x ... View more

Hi Kerry. Bet your glad that's over and done with? Glad it wasn't as bad as you thought and great you don't have to wait long for results! I had to have 5 biopsies taken and wasn't prepared for that lol. Katie x ... View more

Angie...the exact thing happened to me, 1st mammo, and same results! Katie x ... View more

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Forgot to add.. Please do not apologies for asking questions.. Fire away.. This is why this forum is here and I have fired off soooooo many questions and got reassuring replies x ... View more

Hi Kerry. Please do not worry. In a way at least you know you are one step nearer to knowing what is going on. I had a mammogram when I was 29 so automatically thought that is what they do now. From looking at the posts it's looks like US can spot more detailed changes than mammograms. I too took my husband with me and he was a great help. The US does not take long at all. 5-10 mins. Please, please do not worry. If you are having just a US, it will not take long at all and they can tell a lot from that. I recently had a mammograms because of my age, in fact I am under 50. Got called back which is quite normal, then had further mammo, ultra sound, and biopsies So I know the waiting game. At least this time tomorrow you will know more. Again please don't worry. Most, and I mean most, lumps are benign so hold on to that thought. Let us know how you get on. I do know exactly how you are feeling right now. Remember, you have age on your side! Big hugs Katie x ... View more

Hi Kerry. Just thought I would give a quick reply. Are you having a mammogram as well? This doesn't really hurt, more uncomfortable than anything and over in a few minutes. The ultrasound doesn't hurt at all. Bit like when they scan you when you were pregnant only they do it over your breasts! Sometimes they gat a cancelled appointment which they need to fill so contact via phone to save time. It is only natural to feel anxious and all thoughts go through you mind but you will get thru it . Positive thoughts for you tomorrow. Let us know how you get on. Katie ... View more

Hi sweet pea Well done for booking your GP appointment. Hopefully now you can get some answers. I would say try not to worry, easier said than done! I have been in that waiting room and I know nothing anyone said put my mind at rest. One minute I was ok the next a gibbering wreck. That's normal. You will get thru this waiting game. Keep yourself busy, as soon as you have a negative thought, put it straight out of your mind, and try to thing of something positive. again easier said than done but worrying is such a wasted emotion and so draining. I am sure you will be fine and soon this will be all sorted. Just take each minute/hour/day at a time. You will get through this. If you want to vent just pop back here when and if you need to. Big hugs Katie ... View more

I am sorry if I sound so forward, but if think you need to cover all areas. Have you checked your breast for lumps, discharge, change of shape? Anything that looks/feel unusual to your body? It could be simply a pulled muscle but you just need to push your GP to take this to another level, just so you can have piece of mind. I have had a mammogram, it does not hurt as I thought it would and is over in a few minutes. End of rant but I really want you to have piece of mind. Take care. Katie x ... View more

Hi sweet pea. Phone the GP mon morning and demand an appointment. Asked for a mammogram appt just to put your mind at rest. I am sure there is nothing sinister to worry about but you need piece of mind and if your GP advises more tablets, ask for the mammogram, again just for piece of mind. Once that is done and you are given the all clear then you can eliminate one thing and concentrate on why you are getting these pains. Let us know how you are getting on and know we are here to help you as much as long as you need us. Big hugs Katie ... View more

Hi Mel and you all other lovely ladies. Just to up date you. Went back to my GP today re califactions on my breast. She reassured me that all the tests/biopsies that were done recently would have been thorough and double checked and if there were any uncertainties I would be told so that is good enough for me. Having had fear and worry during the last 5 months I now feel I want to get back to some normality (sorry if that sounds selfish but I'm sure you know what I mean) anyway, I am now going to enjoy every day that comes and keep vigilant. Will keep looking in on the forum to help/reassure anyone that I can. Mel, just to say again, you are a godsend..you help/reassure so many ladies, including myself. If I did not find this forum I don't know how I would have coped. I don't even know you but I feel you are a best friend! Keep posiitive all you ladies. Love Katie xxx ... View more