Found a lump 3.5 hours ago

And breathe.   I know it's scary but you need to see GP who should refer you under 2 week pathway to breast clinic.  I went when I was 40 with lump in armpit.  GP thought it was ok but I wanted to be referred so pushed for it.  It was okay just a fatty lump.  11 years later recalled from 1st routine mammogram- no lump but early stage BC.  That was 8 years ago.    Good  luck xx

Thank you carol. I keep trying to stay calm but then I just think about my family and it sets me off. I’m dreading looking my girls in the face this morning. I am also scared to tell my close friends as I don’t want to panic them without cause. Well to be honest I just don’t want to panic them at all! I feel so alone although I know I am so loved. Absolutely crazy situation to be in. I am glad to hear your story though <3 trying to cling onto that but of hope xxx

It’s not a nice position to be in, but at the moment the odds are in your favour, most lumps turn out to be something other than cancer. 
Even if you’re one of the unluckily ones and your lump is a cancer it’s not a death sentence. Breast cancer is very well researched and there’s a range of very effective treatments. 

Unfortunately this is a journey with stops and starts. As @grogg says your first stop is your GP, who should refer you to  a ‘one stop’ diagnostic clinic. If you’re in an area where you could get to more than one hospital you may find it useful to look at their performance statistics and decide which one you’d like to be referred to.  https://www.england.nhs.uk/statistics/statistical-work-areas/cancer-waiting-times/monthly-prov-cwt/2022-23-monthly-provider-cancer-waiting-times-statistics/provider-based-cancer-waiting-times-for-march-2022-23-provisional/  It isn’t always clear which hospitals belong to which trusts,  it if you Google the hospital their web site will usually have the information on their home page. 

Good luck. 

It is a scary thing esp at this point. I remember it well. People said to me breast cancer is the best one to get if you have to get cancer. I didn't appreciate that at the time, but now I understand more why. It is easier to detect and treat. 

You will be on a well tested pathway. They have put money into the service and everything happens in a timely fashion. There are waits between appts. Mine was in my left breast with 1 lymph node involved. It was oestrogen and progesterone dependent. I had a lumpectomy and total node clearance. That was 6 mths ago. 

Try to use distraction to stop you overthinking. Go outside with your kids and husband. Walking is a good habit. It is recommended for cancer sufferers 5 X 30 mins per week. I was in shock, waiting s hard. My friend had surgery 18yrs ago. She rang me a lot to help me to feel better. Hers wasn't picked up for a year, no one realised what it was.

Well done for reaching out, it's the only way sometime . Been a great help for me. Xx️

It's a cliche but take it one day at a time. Waiting is so difficult. I found it the most worrying time. Get through each day and that's your main aim atm. I was diagnosed with grade 3 invasive ductal carcinoma about 10 weeks ago. I'm now almost halfway through chemo and treatment seems to be working. I spent the first couple of weeks believing I was going to die. But believe me, the odds are in your favour and you will be in the best hands should you be diagnosed with breast cancer. You can do this. I have a 9yr old daughter and I spent every day crying because I couldn't bear the thought of her losing her mum. Sending lots of calming thoughts your way x

I’ve been to breast clinic twice and both times been fine

I’m going through something similar, and feel like a fraud pouring over these forums of women who are going through the worst! 

For the past 4 weeks I’ve been experiencing almost contestant pain and discomfort in my left arm pit. With increased sensitivity in both breasts.I also noted some pitting of my left breast. Went to the GP who then felt 2 lumps (which I hadn’t felt) and awaiting urgent referral to breast clinic.

My mind is racing and waiting is awful. I have suffered with health anxiety before but somehow this feels a bit different, deep in my gut, 

Im 34 and have a 6 year old and it’s scary times! My husband is very reassuring but can’t help but think he is also very scared.

I hope you get your checks soon and it all works out for the best and this forum is no longer of need for you! Xx

I think it's a sense of disbelief and denial at the beginning, was for me. I felt like it was happening to someone else. We are all here for the same thing. We want to get through it, have it gone and learn to live again. I have learnt a lot from others on here, comforting words of wisdom and support. Hope all goes well for everyone. Xx

Hi niknakcola

I am nearly 6 months into my journey and only yesterday while rubbing cream where my right breast used to be, I still think, how, when, why. So yes it us just pure disbelief a lot of the time. However, this site is really good although I do not comment much, I read everyone's messages and it really helps. What ever happens you will get through it and come out the otherwise. We are all stronger than we think. Good luck with your journey xx

Hey all I’m sorry it wouldn’t let me reply over the last few days but it’s finally back on. I have got an urgent referral and I feel totally numb. Really appreciate your replies and I’ll try and reply to everyone. Might just make a new post but I don’t know. Bit in a limbo stage at the moment xxx