Mammogram after lumpectomy

@Jo_H I was a mess everytime I thought about my one year mammo and ended up going to a psych. She diagnosed me with PTSD due to the mistreatment I had received from the doctor for my first biopsy (another story but basically no local anaesthetic given). On her recommendation, I wasn't allowed to think about the procedure until three days before it and then I could yell scream cry or whatever. I was to buy myself something I really wanted (a puzzle, good book,dvd, etc) and not use it until after my mammo. I was to promise myself a lovely lunch or dinner after the procedure. I was also to take a relaxant half an hour prior to the appointment. I did all those things and for me it worked. Previously, I had myself all tied up three months prior to the mammo so this was a huge help for me. Do whatever it takes to get your mind off it in the short term. I had a cow of a radiographer who had no respect for my insecurity of being monoboobed, yet I still left the clinic feeling pretty proud of myself. Sending big hugs.