Not entirely sure what to do with myself....

Hi Hennie27 

I am sorry you are going through this. I think once you start this process you tend to think every strange ache or sensation is cancer. It’s likely your surgery will include a sentinel node biopsy which will provide a definitive answer for you. It’s daunting facing chemo and a mastectomy, however just take it one step at a time and you will get through it. Most people have good outcomes.

Thanks for replying. It's comforting knowing that you aren't alone. I don't really know anyone that has had cancer. It's not something that runs in my family and no friends either (long may that continue). Means I don't really have anyone to ask and I always think of questions hours after the appointment 

Hey Hennie27 

So sorry to hear this. Yes, it's completely normal to think everything is cancer after a diagnosis. I actually discussed this with my oncologist recently because I get strange sensations in the shoulder blade area of my affected side, which I've actually experienced before finding the lump, and although she is going to double check a previous CT scan to be sure, she says often what patients do is become concerned about a certain issue such as spread to lymph nodes etc., then they start to tense the area to protect it whilst inadvertently causing the symptoms.

That said, it is always worth mentioning anything that you feel is different or bothersome. I'd rather say something and have it turn out to be nothing than put it down to paranoia and then find it actually is something too late. It's a difficult balance to strike to be sure, but I think experience helps with that.

Hope this helps and I wish you all the best with your treatment.

I had wondered if it was muscular to be honest as the pain radiates and tends to get worse at the end of the day.

Thank you for your advice though, I'll message the nurse today. All the best as you navigate this xx