Terrified

TP5 21 days ago

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Hi, I was called back to breast clinic today for further tests after my first routine mammogram. I had mammogram, examination and ultrasound. The consultant said she saw 2 separate areas of concern in the left breast. She then did a core needle biopsy in both areas and took 7 samples and put metal clips in. The nurse said to prepare for the probability that the biopsy results would be cancer as the consultant was very experienced. I have been given an appointment for 20 days time to discuss my results after they have been reviewed with the breast specialist team. I am absolutely terrified and in shock. I am now going down the rabbit hole thought process of there is probably no hope for me as I had no symptoms at all so has it already spread. Any advice on how to function until I have the next appointment and know what my treatment plan will be?

Pollyperk 21 days ago

Hi I feel for you I was exactly the same I was a mess I had no symptoms either other than a bit of a fuller breast but as I’d been through menopause I thought it was just hormones causing the fullness , I had had my mammogram in Jan 24 and all was ok but it had been bugging me this feeling so went and they straight away knew it was cancer they took biopsy’s from lymph node and breast … hopefully yours will be ok I’ve just started my first round of chemo 3 days ago all the thoughts you are having I had and still have I think it’s only natural ..I’m a very anxious negitive Nelly anyway so this has hit me hard , stay in touch with this site there are so many loverly people to talk to they have helped me Polly x

TP5 21 days ago in reply to Pollyperk

Thank you so much for replying. How long has it taken for your treatment to start? Good luck with the chemo. Sending lots of positive thoughts your way x

Pollyperk 21 days ago in reply to TP5

I got diagnosed on the 30th march had all the tests mri , PET scan my biopsies were sent to America it’s call oncotype dx test it’s to see what’s the best treatment for my cancer plus we had 2 bank holidays and they have their MDT meeting on Fridays so had to wait for the following Friday for appointment but started chemo on the 3rd June … hugs .. Polly xx

latchbrook 20 days ago

Hi TP5 and a very warm welcome to the online community which I hope you'll find is both an informative and supportive place to be.

I’m Anne, one of the Community Champions here on the Online Community, and I was diagnosed with breast cancer three years ago so know how scared you're probably feeling right now.

The online community is divided into different support groups and I can see that you've already found and joined the breast cancer group. Please do start a new post in the breast cancer group, as you'll find lots of people there who are happy to share their experiences with you and give you support. The quickest way to go there is to click here.

My best advice on how to carry on until you get your results is to try and live your normal life. If you can fill the time doing things you enjoy, so much the better.

Sending ((hugs))

"Never regret a day in your life, good days give you happiness, bad days give you experience"

KerryCake 17 days ago

HI TP5,

so sorry to read this. I had breast cancer in 2016 and a recurrence was found 3 months ago. I’ve just had all my surgery and am recovering pretty well.
I can honestly say, both times, I found the waiting for results the hardest most difficult thing I could’ve imagined. It wasn’t any easier second time around. I had a nuclear scan and a CT scan, to check if I had any spread anywhere else and just lived in fear for two weeks. I found walking helped me. In 2016 I stared walking and then running to deal with the stress. I used to jog along, sobbing and berating the world behind my sunglasses.
Speak to your breast nurse, I would urge you to call them if you struggling. Once you have a formal diagnosis you can usually be referred for counselling support if you feel that would help.

Also please try not to use Dr Google, as he isn’t very helpful when your not sure what your dealing with. Especially at night time.

It’s okay and normal to feel anxious, and maybe your GP could help with this. I was prescribed 3 Valium tablets, as a ‘break glass’ emergency measure. Kalms are good, and sleepeaze from Boots if you’re having trouble sleeping. Look after yourself as best you can, eat, talk to friends and family, cry and scream.
I’ve just had all my mastectomy with reconstruction, reduction on the other side and a diep flap. I’m doing well, but waiting for histology on the breast tissue they removed. It’s in the back of my head that I might need chemo, but that’s where I’ve left it..in the back of my head until I know what’s what.

Once you have a diagnosis, whatever that may be, you will have a treatment plan and that really helps. I freaked out when I found out I needed a mastectomy for an area of calcifications, but when my scans came back clear I was so happy that the mastectomy didn’t seem as bad.

Take care and please keep posting and updating us. Sending strength and hugs xxx