Breast screening

So are you glad you went?
Hope all is well tomorrow.?
I went yesterday and will have one more when I’m 69 but I got the impression that I’d be very welcome to keep on going.

Yes I’m glad I went PamelaJ1

Mine is not in the breast but in the fold underneath. The GP initially told me it was nothing but sent me for a scan and nothing was seen. The next year I had a mammogram which was clear. I went back to the GP as it changed over time and grew slightly. She thought it was a skin problem and sent me to the dermatologist who sent me to the breast clinic. When I had a biopsy it was diagnosed as breast cancer. I am now taking tablets to shrink it as it is difficult to take out as it is in the skin and I will have a mastectomy in the summer.

Goodness, Dragonfly - you’ve had quite a journey. Good it was discovered eventually. Best wishes x

Just got back from hosp appt - all well! Phew!! Had two further mammograms and a scan, then seen by the doc who said there was an “area of concern”, but that it hadn’t altered since last mammogram 3 years ago, so no further action. The doc said it was odd it hadn’t been followed up after the last mammogram - but I’m not dwelling on that! Thank you all on here for your support and good wishes to anyone undergoing tests or treatment. The staff at the Breast Clinic were outstanding.

So pleased for you Lisa I wouldn't wish my journey on anybody!

Excellent news. I understand how relieved you feel now that it’s over. I was when it happened to me.

Great news Lisagran hopefully it will encourage other older women not to fear the routine mammograms.