Waiting results

[CLEO95]

Hi. I went to GPS 3.5 weeks ago as I felt a lump in right breast gp thought it was nothing but as I have a family history of breast cancer referred me to hospital. I went bank holiday Monday,mammogram and ultrasound.ultra sound showed multiple cysts but also deep in right breast a lump. Had a biopsy. Now I need to wait next Wednesday for results I am so scared.

I didn't go back to work bank holiday Monday as I am a nurse and my head wasn't in the game I have taken leave since then I am due back in Saturday but don't think I can do it what if I make a serious drug error or miss something

[Lainey66]

If you are not in the right headspace take time out. You have a demanding job as a nurse and your current situation is physically, emotionally and mentally draining. Perhaps if you call them up and ask if your results are through you may get them sooner. Sometimes trying to sit and wait patiently does us more harm mentally and emotionally than good. Have your GP sign you off with stress, as this is what you are currently suffering. Try to find an activity that will keep your mind busy and try some mindfulness and positive meditations. I am sending you all the positivity in the world and hope that your results come through as clear. Much love. Lainey66 xx

[CLEO95 in reply to Lainey66]

Thank you so much xxx

[Debs1962]

As Lainey says waiting is the worst, and I just couldn’t function when I was waiting, so best you take leave from work if possible.

Whatever happens you will and do cope with it, the not knowing is the worst, your mind goes into over drive.

Fingers crossed for you that all is ok Deb xx

[jackearls1000]

This really rang a bell with ..as this time two years ago I to was waiting for biopsy results ...I do remember spinning out of complete control and even now when I think of the waiting I remember with fear and anxiety ....If I could speak to myself then,( after having surgery, chemo and radiotherapy) ...I would say not to panic ...cross each hurdle when and if it happens ...keep keeping on with your life and dont let this horrible thing dictate to you and take any unnecessary time off you ....it will be what it will be ...but just not now ....it is very hard, I really really understand ...but what ever the outcome ...you are in great hands and with these ladies here and breast helpline you are not alone ....be kind to you and your family and enjoy every day ....the best you can ...stay in touch and best of luck we are all here with you ....lots of love Jane xxxx

[anrean]

Waiting is the hardest part of this entire "journey." Is it possible to talk to your co-workers and swap out duties so that you are not doing things that require your full attention? If not, talk to your gp and take the time off that you need - as a nurse, it is better to do what you need rather than try to strong-arm your way through and possibly make a serious mistake. You also might want to talk about an anti-anxiety med to help you keep your focus. Lots of us take them and many of us find them to be very helpful. I've been fighting cancer since 2002, and find that the anti-anxiety med is absolutely necessary - it does not take my brain, just calms me down enough to focus better. Please know you are not alone, we all have been in your position, and learned that we can only manage so much. You are in my prayers and thoughts. Looking forward to hearing how the biopsy turns out, and if there is anything we can do for you!

[carolinenailsea]

Hi Cleo, so sorry to know that you are going through such an awful time right now. Hopefully the lump will be another cyst and not cancer. The waiting is such a difficult time, it takes over your whole life. I hope the ladies' suggestions give you something that helps. It might be to go to work to keep busy but maybe chatting to your manager to switch to 'lesser' duties or it maybe to take time away with or without meds to ease the anxiety.Do whatever you need to do to keep sane. I wish you the very best over the next couple of weeks. xxx

[Birthday2018]

Hi Cleo I'm sorry to hear what you are going through, try to stay positive as it may not be anything serious. I know that is easier said than done as whilst waiting for my biopsy results was the worst time ever. I was emotional, at work but not really there, stressed and so anxious but even though in the end I was diagnosed with breast cancer it was, explained to me, that whilst waiting for the results the hospital were testing different drugs on the biopsies to see which were going to be effective and in the end make the best treatment plan possible for me. If only I had known this??? I can only send you lots of love and hugs and hope everything turns out okay for you. You are never alone so please shout up if you need support, I found it very useful to talk on here and address my fears and worries. Thinking of you and keeping my fingers crossed for you Love Serena, x

[CLEO95]

Ladies I have been so overwhelmed with your kind strong words.

I am taking a week out of work, by gp has been fab and is touching base with me on the evening after I have Recieved my results.

I went to the hairdressers today a simple comment from the hairdresser do you think you will ever have your hair cut short sent me into a tail spin.