1. Seeing the Doctor
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2. Seeing the Doctor The Doctor will come in to see you
He or she will want to examine your breasts
If you have any questions you can ask the doctor

3. Can I take someone with me ?
You may be able to take a friend, support worker or family member with you
You can ask one of the staff if that is ok

4. What happens next? The Doctor will show you your x-rays
He or she will look at and feel your breasts
This is ok

5. Why do they need to feel my breast?
The Doctor will look at your x-ray and compare what he or she can feel

6. Why do I need all the tests?
Taking more pictures and having the other tests means the Doctor can get a lot more information
Most of the time the Doctors and Nurses can tell if things are ok

7. Can you tell me if I am ok?
They may be able to tell you if everything is ok on the same day
Sometimes they need to do other tests
This may be an ultrasound scan or a biopsy