I saw my doctor last Tuesday about a breast lump that appeared over night about a month ago and is often tender. I have had a lot of hormonal problems over the last couple of years. The doctor did a thorough examination and said that she wasn't concerned but would do a non-urgent referral to a breast clinic. Today, I received the letter and the appointment is for this Thursday morning at 9am!!!
As I am in Surrey, the nearest breast clinic is at the Royal Marsden which is primarily a cancer hospital and this terrifies me!! Apparently, you are given the results while you are there so I won't have to wait!!
My doctor is not concerned about this and says it is just routine as they have to refer any one with a breast lump. A really good friend of mine who is a GP and who has been through a similar situation is also not worried. Everyone I speak to just says to get it out of the way and then I can get on but I feel so anxious. I can't keep my mind on anything else!! What is everyone is wrong and I have breast cancer? I am only 37 and have 3 small children. Help!!!