1. ‘Going to the breast clinic’
Section 1

2. ‘Going to the breast clinic’
After a breast test you will get a letter which may ask you to come back for further tests
You will need to go to a Breast Test Wales breast clinic
Don’t worry
It may not mean you have cancer
But it does mean you may need more tests to decide if it is cancer or not

3. What is Cancer?
Cancer is a very serious illness which could get worse if it is not treated
There are different types of cancer
Lots of people who get breast cancer get better but some people may die

4. Why do I have to go to the clinic?
If there is a serious problem with your breast it can make you very ill
You must go for your test as soon as you can
You can visit the clinic first if you want to
To arrange this phone Breast Test Wales

5. Feeling Worried
You may feel worried or frightened about coming back to the breast clinic
That is ok but remember it is important that you go !
Talking to your friend, support worker, family member or doctor may help
Or you can phone Breast Test Wales to speak to a nurse who will try and help you

6. Where do I have to go?
Your test will be done at a Breast Test Wales clinic
There are 4 clinics in Wales
Llandudno
Wrexham
Cardiff
Swansea
Llandudno
Wrexham
Cardiff
Swansea

7. Who will I meet? When you go there you will meet lots of people:
A Receptionist who will book you in
A Radiographer who takes the x ray
A Nurse who will answer your questions
A Doctor who will examine you

8. What will the receptionist ask me?
The Receptionist will ask:
Your name and address
Your date of birth (birthday)
Your telephone number
You can then sit down
and wait

9. What if I don’t want to go?
That’s ok, it’s your choice!
You might want to visit the centre before you have your assessment test
Or you can phone Breast Test Wales and speak to a nurse who will try and help you

10. Can I bring someone with me?
You can bring a friend, support worker or family member
Bring the letter we sent you

11. What if I have trouble getting there?
If you have trouble getting to the centre:
Telephone Breast Test Wales
They may be able to help