Mammogram

Karen you are not a sook, all the unknown is terrible. I think I would be reacting the same way sometimes it is hard to control our emotions. You have had a long 14 months of treatment give yourself a break. Sending you positive vibes and hugsxx

I can't stand it anymore, so I called the day oncology unit. Unfortunately I can't get my appointment moved forward but they are going to get someone to look at the results and call me back. 13/8 is just too long to wait. I feel I'm being ridiculous as everyone has said don't worry but I can't control it. Hopefully I will hear back this afternoon. Fingers crossed that it's just me being a sook and nothing is wrong. Karen 

Hi Karen,

I couldn't possibly imagine how you are feeling all I know is you have allways sent me such positive vibes when I've recieved messages from you whenever I've posted whatever I'm going through I hope everything is okay and I'm sending you heaps of Cyber Hugs and positive vibes if you want to vent you can vent to me if you like we are all in this together.

Anitaxxx

Hi Karen, I'm so sorry to hear that you are feeling so distressed and think it would be a great idea in the first instance to call the day oncology unit and have a talk with them. My last mammogram and ultrasound were extremely nerve-wracking as they also did extra mammogram pictures and the ultrasound showed a dark spot in the good breast which completely freaked me out. However, the technician did say on the day it looked like a cyst, and this was later confirmed in my results. I was a mess waiting to hear, but also knew that my GP would be on the phone straight away if there was anything amiss, so tried to think about that instead - it wasn't easy. I was also able to get a copy of my results within 48 hours and although I'm not supposed to open them, I did (well, my husband did, I couldn't bear to look) and they confirmed a cyst.

It's so hard going through this all the time and I can completely understand your fear and concern and truly hope that all is OK. Thinking of you. Jane xx  

Thank you for your support. Unfortunately I know someone who was going through treatment at the same time as me who developed lung mets whilst finishing off herceptin. My head is just spinning non stop. I woke up in tears this morning. I just can't stop it. I'm off to work this morning, so I'm hoping I can get my mind to think of something else. 

Hi Kazza, because it was just a normal scheduled follow up and I'm guessing that they didn't expect to find anything, this is just the way the appointments worked out. I'm thinking I might give the day oncology a ring and ask if there is anyway I can find out sooner as I'm a basket case. It was so much quicker for me first time around too, so they may even give me a call. Thanks for your support. Karen 

Hey Karen. Two weeks seems an awfully long time. I was originally seen on a Wednesday, referr al and ultrasound scan that day and mammagram. Back to doctors Thursday, biopsy on Friday, results back in the Monday. Admittedly I rang and pushed through to have my results asap, and the doctor agreed. 

Si Im thinking two weeks seems too long. Is it possible to speak to breast care nurse, reception etcans keep asking for resuktsto be givento you. If specialist takes long time to get in, see your GP, who can ring and follow up results for you. 

All the best, praying its all good xx

Karen, I'm just going to agree with what the others have said. I'm only two months since diagnosis, so a long way to go. All I can say is that I think that I, too, would be reacting exactly as you have. Take it easy, and know that you're in my thoughts,

Lyn

Karen, I'm so sorry you are having such a difficult time.  Your response is completely understandable.  A friend who has had cancer told me when I was diagnosed that there will never again be a headache or stomach pain that feels innocent after going through a cancer diagnosis - they were right.  Scans and tests are likely to be terrifying for a long time too. I can't help but wonder why they haven't told you if something is wrong.  I remember when I was diagnosed. I walked out of the radiology clinic at 12.30pm after my mammogram and ultrasound. By 3pm my GP was on the phone wanting me to come in that night.  A dense mass could be so many things and they are no doubt being so careful given your history.  I am no oncologist but it is hard to imagine a new cancer could have got hold in your "good" breast after you have been pummelled with chemo etc over the past 14 months.  If there is anything there it could surely only be very new.  So hard but hope you can try not to suffer over what hasn't happened and quite likely won't.  Hope you have someone supportive with you and can get some sleep.  Sending you love and best wishes. Xxxxxxx

Karen I can't imagine how you are feeling ,  going through this already and then having to face all the  turmoil again.  Your head must be spinning.  All I can suggest is like the first time take it day by day,  no good trying to guess things,  only the tests will show.  I'm going through this for the first time,  just had a mastectomy waiting for my results for the next step. 

You are allowed to feel,  scared,  sad,  angry whatever you want to feel.  This is a fantastic site to put it all out there and receive support and advice from strong,  brave,  inspirational women.  Hang in there Karen.  All the very best.  Sending you hugs and healing thoughts ????