Biopsy

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had pain near my right breast on my breast bone going through to my back,was referred to fast track breast clinic 23/04/2019.saw nurse practitioner who examined me and could not feel anything,then had mammogram ,ultrasound and biopsy.8mm lump found, in left breast.The biopsy was the worst pain that I have ever experienced,having had 2 children,hysterectomy ,knee drained.2 partial knee replacements,cuts bruises injections etc,I felt like a battered animal.The radiologist did not seem very caring (it was the end of the day 6.00pm I had been in clinic since 2.30pm.I then had to see the practitioner again who handed me a box of tissues,the rest is a blur.I am 70 years old and my husband ofover 50 years was diagnosed with prostate cancer last summer.He had a radical prostatectomy on 30th Augst 2018,still waiting for his 6 month review with his consultant also at Jimmy's.I cannot remember what happens to me next.We had to pay £11 parking fee to get this brilliant news.Has anyone else had an harrowing experience like this?

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Thehighlander over 6 years ago

Hi NannaV and welcome to the Online Community, although I am so sorry to see the circumstance that brought you here and so sorry to hear that you have been diagnosed with Breast Cancer and all the problems you all have been having.

I am Mike Thehighlander and I help out on the Community and I will do my best to direct you to the best place for you to find the support and the help you need.

First, what you have been through for a lot of us, is very familiar and all the uncertainty and financial pressures can bring a lot of added stress to an already stressful time.

On my long journey I found the best way to navigate the various challenges that a cancer diagnosis brings was by talking with people who are on the same journey.

My cancer journey was rather different but if you follow this LINK to our Breast Cancer Forum you will be able to connect with people who understand the journey you are on.

Just join the group and hit the 'Start a Discussion' tab and introduce yourself to the group and remember to go to the right on the group home page and select how you want to receive email notifications when someone answers your posts.

We also have these forums where you can connect with others supporting family and friends through their cancer journey: Carers Forum and Friends and Family Forum

You may also find our various Macmillan Support Line Services on 0808 808 00 00 to be helpful as you can talk to a friendly person that can help in lots of ways.

We also have pour ‘Ask an Expert’ section but please allow a few days to get an reply.

All the best.

Mike (Thehighlander)

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