Waiting on Biopsy Results

I am sorry! I know that it is very hard. This is what I do!

1) Cook some new recipes

2) Clean the house/garage

3) Spend some time with friends

4) Watch some Netflix shows

5) I usually take an over the counter sleep aid or melatonin to help me sleep at night.

6) Do some yardwork or exercise a lot

7) Spend time outside or walking on a trail

Will be thinking about you! Let us know!

Netflix and reading saved me when I was waiting my biopsy results. I hope you get yours soon, and that it's benign!

Hello,

I returned to this website because a year ago on May 2, I found a large lump in my right breast. My first thought was, "Here we go". I knew it was going to be an ordeal. I spent 2 months wondering about my diagnosis because although it was deemed benign, they needed to take it out to make sure. Anyway, I know how you are feeling. The best part of your day is when you wake, before you remember what's going on in your life, right? That was the best part of my day, at least. Well, all ended up being ok. I have two large scars and my breast is smaller now but I was spared the "C" word.

I spent my time worrying, crying, preparing. However, if it happens to me again... I will spend time NOT worrying, NOT crying or preparing, but with the attitude that everything NEEDS to be and can be ok. I know it's easy for me to say... now. But you will be so much stronger after this. You'll be proud of yourself that you got through it and that you will be able to relate to all these women who need our words of encouragement. This was my saving grace... this site. I may not get to wear the pink ribbon for myself... but I know how it feels to be on the brink of being able to. I will wear it for all the women who need my support and love.

I hope all goes well!!! My thoughts are with you!! Hugs!!!! Renee

been there! And there again lol. Last time was agony. It was 3 month between my first mammo and the final surgical biopsy results. Total agony waiting. I wish I had a magic answer, the list above is awesome. I do take Xanax from time to time, and usually need more often during these waits. And I allow myself some time each day to obsess. Like 30 mins. It’s notnperfect, but it works. Kind of.

This time now I’m waiting day 2 for the biopsy results. It’s definitely easier the 2nd time around. But still nagging at the back of my mind and jumpy every time the phone rings.

Hang in there and keep us posted!!

Hi everyone, I had a pain in my right breast 1 month and a half ago and redness. I went to the doctor who said I had breast abcsess and gave me antibiotics for 7 days. Redness was gone but still had pain and a big hard lump. I went back to the doctor who did an ultra sound. Results: milk duct plugged with debris (I am not breastfeeding nor pregnant). Ultrasound also state that the mass has angular margin. Homogeneous in apperance, no vascular flow within. No lymph node. Biopsy was done a week ago (its been almost 2 months now that i have the symptoms and the lump). Results take 2 to 3 weeks..... I have NO idea what to think or what to do...I start my day happy and then cry ... then laugh..and can't focus.... Anyone with the same breast condition diagnosed with any type of breast cancer who wants to share their story?

I am in the same boat. Waiting game! Hell on earth! Had a punch biopsy (they tried a needle first) yesterday. My mother died from stage 4 metastatic breast cancer 8 years ago after a 6year battle. No previous symptoms in her whole body. She found hers the same way and in the same breast. She missed a mammgram or two though, I had my last one 10 mos ago and it was negative with no findings. My lump is jaw breaker size and showed up all of a sudden (2-3mos .. Im not great about breast self exams) it is painless but funny burning sensation ... sometimes in both breasts. I am scared to death like the rest of us in here. Imagining the worst, trying to imagine how to deal "if", surfing the internet too much! My US showed a mass (hate that word) with no vascular innervention, no suspicious lymph nodes, some cystlike qualities (layers of tissue and fluid and "junk") and some un cystlike qualities ( fact that it is not totally fluid and "angry" border) Radiologist recommended the biopsy but wanted to try needle first. She could not get any fluied but said it good not blood out of it either. She did 6 punch biopsies. I was completely numb, but still the most horrible experience ever. I was whole body shaking so hard the bed was shaking. At biopsy US radiologist stated still not sign of vascular innervention which I take as good news. When I asked what she thought, she said "honestly there are a few benign things it could very well be, but are a couple of things youve never heard of but don't worry about that right now. " The rad tech said when she left that it might very well be a fibroadenoma but they wont know without the biopsy. She said to hang in there, read, go for walks, etc. But how do you do this ? Really. I am so scared. I am one for preparing for the worst , and being ready of everything. I like plans of action and HOPE really. There is nothing for sure about this!! This site has really helped me. I have read so many women going through this same thing. The worst thing beyound the waiting is that I will find out likely while I am at work on Tues or Wed. I am a dental hygienist, so I will likley get the call while with a patient, have to get up, get the news, and go back to the patient. How do I do that if it's not benign? Also, what do they say to you? What do they do at that point, refer you to an oncologist? I know I am getting ahead of myself, but I just feel like I want to be ready, but how do you do that? It helps to read others stories; when they turn out benign and when they need treatment. Shows me it's not an instant death sentance , people get though this and do well. It doesnt take away that there are times I am completely terrified, especially at night. Any advice, insight, words of wisdom? I know this though, however this turns out, even if it is completely benign. This will change my life. Best wishes and prayers for everyone here.

Thinking about you this weekend! Hope that you received some good news

Thanks for letting us know. I'm very sorry to hear that. I know that there are some very helpful and knowledgeable ladies and gentlemen on these boards. We are here for you.