Just home from the docs with mum. So scared

Hi,

My mum (59) told me on Saturday she had a lump in her breast and it has been there over a year but she's buried her head. I booked her in at the docs 1st thing this morning. 

She originally told the doc the she found the lump 6 weeks ago, but when he felt it he asked her to come and sit down and with a serious look he said "How long has it really been there" so I told him what she told me. The lump is big he told her it is suspicious and will fast track her to the specialists.

I'm so heartbroken, she is my best friend. I lost my Step dad to cancer 2 years ago and my dad to suicide before that. I don't think I'm strong enough to lose anyone else. 

I suppose I'm looking for some reassurance

  • Hi

    I am so sorry that you and your mum are going through this frightening experience. Believe it or not you will both feel better once you know what you are facing. The waiting is the worst time. I really feel for you, my mum has had to face so many battles and you would rather it was yourself. We feel so protective and powerless to do anything. You will be there at her side every step of the way, she is your best friend. Don't hide your feelings, let her know how much you love her. Cry together and laugh together. I am 59 and my daughter has been my rock through a terrifying time. My son lives in USA so luckily he has missed the dark hours! 

    Whatever the outcome you will be together and take strength from each other.

    Best wishes and remember to come on here to rant and rave! Lots do support here. 

    Cx

  • Hi there,

    it honestly sounds like you have been through hell. I lost my mum to cancer and it is the most painful thing to experience loosing someone you love, however try to keep calm until you get the results x and you need to know that there is a lot of treatment available xx

    the best thing you can do whilst your waiting is be there for her, I wish u the best and send all my prayers xx 

    if you need to talk then I know how this feels x