Hi all, I found my lump on Mother’s Day, went to gp next day then had my referral to breast care unit, had my appointment on Wednesday 24/3, mammogram and biopsies under ultrasound taken, From lump in breast and thickened node in arm pit, due back on Tuesday next week for results and plan. It’s all so surreal. I’m 51, and a nurse so maybe knowing too much is what’s making things worse. My main fear now is that it’s spread, due to the thickening found on ultrasound of a lymph node. I can’t help thinking that... I know nobody can tell me what will happen, but just needed to say hi, to those dealing with same issues, I have no concerns about treatment, I’ll do everything that needs to be done,, just scared of the actual results, the anxiety is horrendous, and I hate this waiting.
Hi Dee1f and warm welcome to the Macmillan Online Community although sorry that you had to find us and especially sorry to hear about your BC diagnosis.
A cancer diagnosis brings many questions but talking with others who are walking the same type of cancer treatment journey will help you navigate this challenging time.
The Community is organised into support groups and I see you have joined our supportive Breast cancer group, this will be a good place to connect with patients and families navigating the same type of cancer journey.
To go to the group just click on the link above then introduce yourself by putting up a ‘New Thread’ or hit the box with the X on the top right (phones), you could just copy and paste the text from this your first post. You can also join in with existing ‘Discussions’ by clicking on 'reply'.
It’s always good to talk and the Macmillan Support Services provides lots of information, support, financial guidance or just a listening ear.
Most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week and it's free to call on 0808 808 00 00 have a look by Clicking here to see what is available and we also have our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two working days for replies from our expert team.
To find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers can be found on our Online Information and Support Section.
All the very best
