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Going to the breast clinic tomorrow to get a lump checked out. What should I expect?

Posted by iscariots@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 99 comments

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This was my experience when I was referred to a breast clinic via the cancer pathway. I ended up being diagnosed with breast cancer at 30 so may be slightly different from others. I had to complete some family history and medical paperwork. Has anyone in my family been diagnosed with cancer, if so who and when. Any medications, if I smoke or drink, the usual stuff. Then I met a consultant to discuss the lump and have a physical exam. They mapped out the lump on my skin. Referred for an ultrasound of the lump, then a mammogram, then back to the consultant. They were concerned about the lump appearance and feel so I went back to the ultrasound for a biopsy. Spoke to the consultant for a final time with a nurse and was told that its likely cancer but we need to wait for the biopsy results. Biopsy results took 2 weeks. Overall I was there for about 2 hours. Just going up and down the same hallway which I liked because it meant we weren't wondering around the hospital. Everyone was very kind and supportive. My husband and I didnt feel rushed in any way after we were told. I really cannot fault the NHS for their treatment. They didnt mess about and I am really grateful. I hope everything goes well tomorrow!

For those who know their blood type, did you need to pay to find out?

Posted by LilAimz84@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 793 comments

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This is probably the easiest way to find out! You donate blood, get snacks and information. It's a win all round. Then you get it on a card and it's on the app/website.

Do you ever wonder what happens to strangers you see regularly who just… disappear?

Posted by MixAway@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 126 comments

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This was one of the things I really enjoyed about working at a bookies. The older boys are just generally sweethearts, and they look after you. One used to bring his dog, Titch (a border collie), in. The dog loved the horses and would run up and down the screens during the races.

Married people of Reddit, is your spouse your friend?

Posted by CatcrazyJerri@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 1020 comments

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100% I've known my husband since we were in primary school. Started going out at 18, married at 29, and now we are in our 30s. My husband is just cool.

Teetotallers of the UK, do you drink alcohol free booze?

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I don't mind alcohol free prosecco, but beyond that, I just don't bother. Sometimes, I'll get a mocktail if I'm feeling fancy (or it's 2 for 1).

does the name Dean have these vibes in the UK?

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I'm making a list of 50 hobbies to make me try new things. What's your hobby?

Posted by BarkingWithDogs@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 1461 comments

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So I do this thing where every year on my birthday I pick something new that sounds fun. I've done lots of different things, tried crochet, aerial silks, karate, and others. I even chose to do blood donations one year. I don't know if you want to try everything at once or if you're going to pick some things that sound interesting, but my hobbies are aerial silks, weight lifting, and gaming (casual).