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Mariancol
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2 years ago

New diagnosis-Time frame

New to the world of breast cancer. I just turn 50 and the early mammogram on the week after found a small anomalie. 
2 weeks later and after a biopsy and 3d mammogram I’m on the early stages of my journey. 

My GP process the referal to Peter McCallum in Melbourne yesterday and the breast care nurse explain to me that I will need surgery and the rest will depend on the next results, 

How long is usually the waiting time to hear from the hospital for first appointment? And the. For surgery? As everyone else in this journey I just want to get things to move and get this thing out of my body, I have an 8 year old girl and the prospect of delaying scares me to death. 
 Thanks everyone. I’m so happy I can read everyone’s journey and not feel so lonely in my own path

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    June1952
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    2 years ago
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    @Mariancol.  We all know exactly how you are feeling.  You will find a lot of good information on this site to help you on the next steps.  The waiting is the hardest.
    To my knowledge, if you are in the public system they aim to get surgery done within 4 weeks.  Feel confident that you have been referred to one of the best hospitals in Melbourne and they know what they are doing.
    Until the medical team has test results they cannot formulate your correct treatment plan so sure that they will do their best for you.  As the BC nurse said, that plan will depend on the results and all will be revealed.
    Do stay away from Dr Google as much of what you read is out of date and much won't even be part of your treatment plan.
    We are here if you need to chat or vent at any time.  No question is too small or too silly.
    All the best.