Breast clinic tomorrow

[Summer199444]

Hi

I'm 29 about 2 weeks ago I noticed a large lump behind my nipple, my nipple has also inverted and feels hot. I went to see my gp and she referred me to the breast clinic. My appointment is tomorrow and I'm so scared. Can anyone talk me through what will happen at the clinic tomorrow ? If it's nothing to worry about will they tell me tomorrow? Thank you

How did you get on today, OP? I do hope you had reassuring news.

Fx for you today

Op i had something similar a few years ago. Had a mammogram, scan and needle biopsy all done in the same clinic. Two weeks wait for the results. Good luck and sending the biggest virtual hug 💐🍀💐

Hope it all went well at the clinic OP.

I'm no further forward really, They gave me an ultrasound and they said they can't make it out what it is because it's right behind my nipple, the dr said he's not confident doing the biopsy himself with how small it is he says it needs to be a specialist radiographer or something . Then he wrote down numbers 1 to 5 and said one and two where nothing to worry about and 3 was unsure and that's what mine said on the ultrasound apparently. So he's gave me antibiotics on the off change it's an infection and I've to go bk next week they're going to phone me with an appointment, and if it's still the same see about getting a biopsy from the specialist.

Oh that’s frustrating, have they given you any idea about when you will be seen next?

Yeah he said I'd get an appointment for next week

Hope you get another date soon so that you aren't waiting too long 🤞🏼

That's very frustrating for you. I hope you get your appointment quickly. It's easier said than done but try not to panic too much. If you feel you really need support during the wait , then you could contact Breast cancer Now and they will have someone who can talk to you.

Sorry you didn't get an answer today Summer199444. Its so worrying having to wait. Really hope you get the all clear soon.

Well I had another appointment yesterday which I got the run around at again. I've now been sent a letter 2 go bk in 2 and half weeks for a biopsy. The dr said yesterday the ultrasound couldn't make out what it was could be many things not to worry about but could be pre cancerous cells. They just don't know anything. But by the time I get my biopsy then wait another week for my results it will be almost 2 months since I went to the gp I just think it's insane! Sorry for the rant, I'm just so done with all this waiting and not having answers it's supposed to be a one stop clinic and it's shocking

But that is how long it takes, I don't think it is shocking, I think your expectations were a bit out. They have established quickly that there is nothing urgently wrong that requires immediate treatment

I'm still waiting a year later to actually be given the all clear about something in my breast that showed up on my first routine mammogram. I just keep being told it's probably benign but unclear (it's "birads 3", I think that's maybe what you're doctor was referring to with the 1-5? ) and to redo the mammogram and ultrasound in another 6 months. Going back next month for my 3rd mammogram within a year. I haven't been recommended for a biopsy at this point.

The category 3 has a less than 2% chance of malignancy so please bear in mind that the odds are in your favour even though it's very worrying and stressful. Knowing this has eased my mind a bit.

I hope you get a proper answer soon

In less than a month, you’ve been seen twice and now have another appointment scheduled for a biopsy, in 2 weeks, I think that’s really quick. I doubt even going private, you’d get seen quicker. You could ring the clinic and ask them to put your name down for any cancellations.

OP, I know you're worried and stressed but those timings are really quick. It just feels like everyone is dragging their feet.

The antibiotics are to rule out the possibility of an infection and so avoid a biopsy if not necessary. They're doing their best.

Just in case it comes back positive, I had a biopsy, which showed cancer. That was Sept 2nd. I was seen by the surgeon on Sept 20th, Surgery on Oct 12th. chemo started Dec 21st, radiotherapy on March 28th.

My treatment was fast. This stuff isn't easy to cope with emotionally, and in some cases physically. Sometimes pacing yourself is better.

Even if it is cancer, you will feel much more in control once the team have explained the plan of treatment to you.

Wishing you well xx

I have spoken to the McMullen nursers and they have said I should of gotten the biopsy on my first appointment at the hospital that's why it's a one stop clinic. My gp has also been on the phone to them saying it's not on when they have told me 2 weeks in a row I'll be having one then just keep saying no one is here to do it! I don't know why yous are all coming at me like I'm in the wrong, when I'm clearly not and it's not your health or your life this is effecting

How would u know that the last 2 weeks they have been telling me it could be cancer maybe not maybe It's pre cancerous cells maybe not they have no clue. So if they don't know nothing is urgently wrong how do u

I'm ending it now, I don't even know why I came on here Anyway

I don't understand why people are jumping on OP for being frustrated at the time taken to give her a diagnosis. Every hour feels like an eternity when you're potentially facing cancer. It is excruciating. I was told I had cancer at my one stop appointment. I'm thankful for knowing on that day. I know how awful and scared you must be feeling OP. You're entitled to feel angry even if the timescales are within guidelines and the best they can do. Sending you strength and best wishes x

How totally frustrating for you op. I completely appreciate you wanting some answers. I found a lump 2 months ago and honestly found it the most terrifying experience of my life, waiting for what outcome would be.
I hope that your GP is able to push for you to get the tests brought forward, it is not fair that you have to wait a further 2 weeks. Yes, we need to be grateful for the NHS and all that they do, but this does not ease the feelings of panic you must be feeling while waiting. I am keeping everything crossed for you x

You say you have been told it might be precancerous cells. That doesn't need urgent immediate emergency treatment. That needs a plan and strategy, over a few months.

No one is jumping on her, we are trying to reassure her. I have been waiting since November to find out if I have a tumour in my lung.

They also said it could be cancer they don't know. I've had 2 appointment where the dr at the start has said i would have a biopsy that day and both times there hasn't been someone there to do it, not that I didn't need it just someone wasn't there. I've been on the phone to McMullen nursers I think they know better than u. They have said someone needs to be there on the day because it's a one stop clinic. And they were appalled and took the hospitals names about that is not within the guild lines and they have said it's shocking that way I've been treated so I'm really sorry that's not something u can't understand apparently

I don't know where you live and what the guild lines are but at the hospital and when I phoned McMullen they said they have 31 days here to come up with a treatment plan if needed. And 2 months is well over it

I am leaving you to it now, I have been trying to help you, and you are just responding by being nasty. Goodbye