Mammogram & Ultrasound "worrisome"- biopsy tomorrow

vr423

I'm 39, and there is no breast cancer in my family. But I was scared when my husband commented that my breast looked puckered or dimpled and i found a lump. Had a clinical exam followed by mammogram and ultrasound. Called back the same day and told radiologist believes "high likelihood of malignancy" my biopsy is tomorrow, I'm scared & wondering what I need to prepare myself for

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Dear vr423, Welcome to the BCO community. We are so sorry that these recent changes have brought you here but we are glad that you reached out. This is a group of supportive and informed others who can ease the way during this very stressful and scary time. While you are waiting for others to respond you may want to refer to this Important Links for those not diagnosed but worried for additional reading. Keep us posted on how your biopsy goes tomorrow. The Mods

ilovepugs

Hi vr423,

I'm so sorry that you're going through this; it's a stressful time and I'm sure you're anxious about it.

If you haven't already read some info about types of biopsies, here is a link http://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/testing/types...

From my own experience having 3 different biopsies: core needle, fine needle aspiration, and stereotactic guided, I can assure you that they were relatively pain-free. The doctors and nurses that I had were very gentle and considerate and they explained the procedure(s) before they started, and as they were performing the biopsies. They gave a local anaesthetic, so I didn't feel any discomfort, except in the case of the stereotactic guided biopsy. In that case the discomfort was just from being in an awkward position, lying on my side and having the breast compressed in the mammogram contraption.

I found that waiting for the appointments and for the results was the hardest part. My biopsies and MRI were spread out over three weeks and I didn't get the results until one month from the first biopsy. That seemed like unnecessary torture. Some people get their results very quickly, so let's hope that is the case for you and that the results are benign.

Best of luck to you.

kris1114

When I had my biopsy, they did not warn me of potential Lidocaine side effects. It may not happen to you, but it did to me, but nothing at all over the top, but worth mentioning.

Shaking and jitteryness. Racey heart, and heavy compression feeling in chest. Much like an asthma attack and using a Proventil inhaler afterwards.

Also, sedation! Again nothing I couldn't handle, but I DO wish they had warned me. I do not like being blindsided.

Good luck,

Kristin

kris1114

They told me after I was on the way home and I called to confirm the feelings were normal, haha

Elizbathcarter

Hope so you will be fine and not going to be part of your family history on this image. Any how it's not necessary that if you have family history then you must be effected with this although chances are high but just stay calm and Go for the test and face the destiny.

Kammommy

I am very greatful to have found this website. I noticed a lump in my left Breast a few weeks ago. Went to the dr who assured me it was probably just a cyst but scheduled a mammogram just in case. Went today for mammogram and ultrasound and was told that it was abnormal and I need to schedule a biopsy right away. I know it's pathetic but I cried all the way home from the hospital. I am beyond scared. Glad there is a place like this to find support

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Kammommy-

We want to welcome you to our community here at Breastcancer.org. We're sorry for the worry that brings you here, but we're glad you've found us.

We know how hard waiting for test results to be, and we know how scary it is! Try to stay positive and remember that the majority of these lumps turn out to be benign. We hope you find the support you need here during your wait, please keep us posted on your test results!

The Mods

Meadow

VR and Kam, welcome to the forum, the place where you will find support, information, humor,(so needed as a stress reliever) and friendship. We have all been on the same road you both are at now, tests and biopsies, the waiting, and news that rocks your world. I can assure you, YOU CAN DO THIS! You can go through treatment and come out healthy and happy on the other side. Yes, you will have to fight. But it is a fight you can win, take it one day at a time. I cannot stress enough the importance of staying positive, in a positive state of mind. Your body will respond. If you are comforted by prayers, share your needs and get those prayer warriors going. These two things will help your mind and spirit as your medical team gets going with your treatment plan. Hoping for benign results. Thinking of you both