Hi 

I didn't want to read and not respond. I am not in exactly the same situation. I had a biopsy on a lump two weeks ago and go back for my results this coming Wed. I have been told that due to how the lump is 'presenting itself' the likelihood is it's cancerous. It's 33mm in size apparently. 
I wasn't expecting this at all. I had convinced myself that I would be one of the 8 people tested that would be in the clear! When the nurse examined me at the one-stop breast clinic initially,  she said that what she was feeling was more than likely cysts, that it felt totally benign and that she didn't think I had anything to worry about. I really wish she hadn't used some of the words she did! It really gave me a false sense of security. The mammogram and ultrasound showed something very different. 
I have been in a total daze since then. The waiting is awful - as so many people say on here. I have two teenage sons and although I've not mentioned anything to them yet and have managed pretty well in holding it together in front of them, I'm so fearful of the potential journey ahead. 
I'm sorry I can't offer more specific support to you and your situation right now. It sounds like you are holding things together so well. Such a lot going on for you with baby and house move. This like you say, is keeping you busy.  I'm trying to do the same. Just wanted to reach out and send some love your way. 
Sarah xx 

Sorry to read your story, it is very tricky for anyone receiving this news but with a new baby too I dare say you are all over the place.

what I can say is, everyone's journey is different, but there are amazing teams to support you all the way. The clip is possibly a marker, some receive treatment pre-op and so they need to know where the cancer is because the chemo will shrink it so the surgeon will use the marker to guide them.  With you being young and otherwise healthy, this should stand you in good stead and hopefully you will cope well with any side effects, for me personally, I would feel very sickly following chemo and eating little and often would help with this, also, regardless of how tired you may feel, especially with baby, getting up and having a little walk around the house or in the garden regularly following treatments does help, it isn't pleasant, but it is something you can get through, talk to your team and make sure you tell them about the niggles, honestly, they can probably help and they will be happy to do so!

Good luck to you and Sarah below, your kids are probably more resilient than you realise (my kids were 10 and 13 when I was diagnosed). XXX

Thank you Cherry-Blossom 

It was good to read about your children. I think you are absolutely right. Far more resilient than we give them credit for ️ As I said, my results app is on Wed morning. As much as I am dreading it, I am far better when I know what's what. Once I know what the diagnosis/plan is I can get stuck in to sorting it out! 
 

Sarah xx 

Thank you for your responses it's much appreciated. 
 

Sarah, sorry to hear what you are going through. The waiting is the worst part. I have just been trying to keep busy and do things for myself when I have the time. Telling people was hard but I just kept it factual and what I knew which made it a bit easier. Hopefully you will know more on Wednesday and it's good to note down any questions that you may want to ask. 
It sounds like as Cherry-Blossom mentioned everyone is supportive. 
Let us know how you get on on Wednesday. My next appointment is also Wednesday but in the afternoon so I've tried to plan things for the week.

x

Morning. 
 

Thank you for advice re writing any questions down. I have been told to take someone with me to the app. I'm divorced from my husband so I'm taking a bestie!  Unfortunately she was diagnosed with bc a few years ago. Thankfully she's out the other side now  She's fab and will be able to be my voice and ears if I need it. 
 

Lots of love. Sarah xx 

That's great you have someone to take with you. These appointments are always a bit of a blur so it's good to have an extra pair of ears. I'm taking my partner this time, I wasn't told to bring anyone with me the first time which they were suprised about. I forgot almost everything aside from the major bits. I think I'll take in some notes thiss time to ask as I just couldn't think in the moment before.
It's not too far now from Wednesday so hopefully we will both have more information by then.

x

Hi

So sorry to read your story. 
I'm in a similar situation. I'm 29 and been told I've got cancer which is also positive for her2 and estrogen, they haven't discussed treatment but this weekend I've been for an MRI scan and a CT. 

I had a clip put in me at the time of the biopsy (prior to the scans), I think it's just a marker so they no where the lump is if they need to do an operation etc. 

I feel the same as you in shock... I'm a healthy 29 y/o with no breast cancer in the family. Prior to been told it was cancer 2 DRs one been a cancer surgeon told me my lump was moveable and felt benign.. again I wish they never told me that as now I question everything. 

I'm currently waiting for my results from the scans. 

Good luck with everything ️

Sorry to hear you are going through something similar missdior1.

The moveable comment is so strange as I had that twice as well. I completely understand the questioning everything I'm also now doing the same. 
How did you find your scans? I've had an MRI and am going to have a clip put in I think on Wednesday when I get my MRI results. 
 

Also sending luck your way x

The scans were both fine and quick, how did you find yours? 
Just as an FYI the clip they pop in is fine, it doesn't hurt (well it didn't hurt me) it's just more the noise, sounds a bit like a staple. They used an ultra sound machine on me to guide the clip in the right position. I did bruise heavily but I think this was more to do with the biopsy but apparently that's normal, it looks worse than it was. 
 

Take care 

x

I had an MRI but not CT scan. It wasn't too bad, I assumed it would be worse but almost easier as I was face down. Glad to hear yours were ok and quick.

That's good to know about the clip. It sounds similar to the biopsy. I also bruised a lot after the biopsy but it didn't hurt during or after. 
 

Sending well wishes your way.