To be completely shitting it about cancer?

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I am a 50 year old woman and was adopted at birth.

Traced my birth mother about 15 years ago for her to tell me there is a history of breast cancer in the family and since then have had yearly mammograms with never a problem. I always keep a close eye on my breasts as well just to be sure.

Had my mammogram Thursday and a call on Friday to advise they had found an area they want to investigate more. Got an appointment Thursday a CT scan, they also advised I can bring someone with me. For reference I am also on HRT.

I am ranging between being ok it's quite common to absolutely shitting it due to the history.

Has anyone had any experience like this , thanks.

Hi, OP -

I was recalled once after my NHS mammogram. The leaflet enclosed with the information about the appointment said about one woman in eight who are recalled have cancer.

The NHS protocols I know of for recall involve diagnostic mammograms, ultrasound and possible biopsy, so perhaps you are under a different system? Nothing wrong with that. A scan is very reliable for other tumours, I know.

By getting a mammogram every year you’re giving yourself the best chance. If this is in fact BC, it will have been caught early. The long term statistics will be on your side. Please let us know what happens, if you feel able to. Very best wishes

They always advise you can bring someone with you. It's not an indication of bad news. They just recognise that many people find repeat scans distressing and would appreciate more support.
it happened to me once and everything was perfectly fine. They just didn't have the right angle during the initial scan.