Breast scan

[lizalily]

I had a manogram today and things didn’t go well. She couldn’t see anything on manogram but then examined me and scanned me and then said she saw a shadow , she said I e got no lumps but she then took a biopsy. Which I’m sore after . I’m really anxious and don’t even know what a shadow means 😢 would appreciate some advice

[Clair19]

Hey I know your freaking right now! I had breast cancer 17 years ago and now fighting to keep it from spreading. I’m just a Nurse but a shadow is just that. You have odds on your side, most likely it’s nothing. If it would turn out to be something you have caught it early, and that is very important. My cancer came back but so many new treatments out there. I feel like you will be fine. Just try not to let it worry you to bad, easier said I know. You will live a long life and will move on. I will pray for you! Clair

[lizalily in reply to Clair19]

Awh such kind words thankyou that is lovely . Yes I’m in a rite state here can’t sleep can’t eat and I’m sore from the biopsy. I’m really going out of my head here with worry . And been told got to wait 3 weeks for biopsy result . I never expected this to happen today it all moved so fast.,one minute I was having a manogram the next minute a ultra sound and biopsy 😢 how am I going to manage to get through this ? X

[Clair19 in reply to lizalily]

I know same when I was diagnosed with stage 2 in my 40’s. But I got surgery lumpectomy, radiation for 8 weeks and worked full time as a Nurse. Then went 17 years with life and last year I started having breathing problems with workouts. Went on Chemo last October for 6 months as it spread to my rt lung and spine. I don’t think you will have to go through all this, as most likely your fine. They just have to be cautious and check everything. Why so long for a biopsy? It took a few days for mine. Don’t let it get to you, as your in I’m sure great hands. Keep busy, work, family and go on a short trip if possible. Oh and shopping always helps!😆

[lizalily in reply to Clair19]

I didn’t sleep as so uncomfortable after biopsy and also woke up with really bad sweats which I never get and felt sick . Must have been the anesethic coming out of me . I don’t know how I’m goong to cope with the waiting x

[Hidden in reply to lizalily]

It’s good, they acted so quickly, so if it is the worst, they will act just as quick with that, there is no point saying don’t worry, waiting is the hardest bit, once you know the result, then you know what your dealing with, it’s the thoughts of “what if” but it also “might not”

Try to help yourself, a good balanced healthy diet, try to find something to take your mind off it. And good luck.xx

[Bagrat]

Although fast action to find out if there is a problem is great, it also means you don't have time to process what's happening so you are in shock. You will get through this and those three weeks sound long but they give you the time your brain needs to process what has happened. It also means they can have a good look at the biopsy and advise you accordingly.

Even if it is not the news you want, your problem has been caught early and likely to have a successful outcome. If you feel the panic coming on try to control the speed off your breathing by by counting as you breathe to slow it down. Your breath is always there to keep you calm.

[carolinenailsea]

Lizalily

Absolutely ghastly time for you. Its impossible not to panic. Hopefully they have given you the name of a nurse who you can talk to. Macmillan have a helpline you can talk to. 0808 808 0000. As does breast cancer care 0808 800 6000. I hope the biopsy comes back clear for you. The odds are in your favour. Try not to google too much as there is a lot of rubbish out there. To find out more stick to the good web sites such as cancer research cancerresearchuk.org/ and Macmillan .best of luck xxx

[Vgrady76]

Hi, try not to worry I've been exactly where you are, more often than not it will be nothing, I know your sore at the moment, but it will pass, your results should not take that long, maybe a week or so! But and I'm saying this with a big But....if it is something nasty you will get sorted, treatment is amazing these days I know I've been through it , you are not alone!! Xx

[Margt34]

Hi I have been where you are this time last year ,mammogram scan then a small lump,biopsy and for me a lumpectomy I had follow up chemo and then radiotherapy .They told me my lump was very small but were throwing everything at it .I am 12 months on and it has been tough at times but the care I received was amazing.All this was for my benefit and I am grateful. You may be lucky and not need any of this treatment but if you do don't be scared you can do it I did,with lots of love and support and then feel proud of yourself .I will be thinking if you and wishing you all the best love and hugs xxx

[lizalily in reply to Margt34]

But I don’t have any lumps whatsoever just a shadow the consultant confirmed I had no lump

[Jennymary]

Don't want to worry you even more than you are, but on my first mammogram I went for I had no lumps, after biopsies I said to the Dr are you telling me I've got breast cancer, the reply was no, there's something very suspicious there which is why I was referred into the breast clinic.......it was cancer, this was October 2013, lumpectomies and radiotherapy and all mammograms since have been clear, as others have said try to keep busy (easier said than done) until you get the results xxxxxx

[Hidden]

Hi

What was the reason for your mammogram ? Was it just the standard three year one ? As ordinarily they are just set up for mammograms and not any further tests, they only tend to do ultrasounds in the breast clinic so have you been referred there for some reason ? Just that may give you an idea of what they may be looking for ? Sometimes there are calcifications in the breast which are not lumps but just areas of cells which are calcium deposits and are generally harmless, although there is sometimes the potential for them to be pre-cancerous which is why they may have taken a biopsy ? If they are pre-cancerous, or DCIS, the treatment is generally surgery and possibly radiotherapy, and it is a very treateable condition.

I know the anxiety is unbearable at times, but unfortunately it is all part of the merry-go-round of cancer tests and diagnosis, and hopefully you will have a good outcome.

Best wishes

Jo x

[lizalily in reply to Hidden]

Hey thanks for the kind words. I’m 38 and a few weeks ago I felt a lump went to the doctors and she couldn’t feel anything and that I had lumpy breasts anyway . So I asked her to refer me so I could have the peace of mind , anyway 8 weeks later I go to breast clinic had a mammogram first which was clear but she said I had very dense breasts which then she wanted to do a ultrasound to see better which then a shadow was picked up but no lumps at all . So then she did biopsy. I’m still in a state of panic about it all to.be honest x

[redknitter]

Everyone on here knows exactly what you are going through. The only thing that will ease your mind is those results. How long until you get them? You don't want them to rush the results through, you want them to be sure. Remember, 'no news is good news'. If the results where really bad they would be in touch with you immediately so the longer you have to wait the better the results will be. Please let us know how it all turns out.

[lizalily]

Awh thanks for that.very kind words . Well Friday I go there but need to fone first to check the results are in as if they are not then no point in going I had it done last Monday x

[lizalily]

Just want to say a huge thankyou for all your support from all you lovely ladies . I had my results yesterday and it’s not cancer but I’ve got periductal mastitis. Which surgeon doesn’t understand why as I’m not presenting symptoms of it. But I’ve been put on a strong doze of antibiotics for a week and have to go back next Friday to see her superior surgeon for another scan and possibly another biopsy which I’m not to happy about as don’t want to go through it again x