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Full body scan after colonoscopy

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Hi,  my dad had a colonoscopy and a camera down throat on Saturday after suddenly becoming anemic. They found 'an abnormal area, highly suspicious' which dr said is 'probably' cancer. They told us they were requesting a ct scan of the area to check the bowel further, his liver and stomach.  However we have now been told he will be having a full body scan and ct scan.  Has this happened to anyone else? Does asking for a full body scan mean they suspect cancer elsewhere? We were told in October he might have prostate cancer but as his numbers were low, they are just keeping 6 mthly checks on that.  Any thoughts would be appreciated. (My mum was diagnosed with cancer 6 weeks prior to this so we are reeling at the moment). 

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    Hi and thanks for posting

    I'm sorry to hear about the situation going on with both of your parents - this must be very hard on you all , especially when you still are waiting for results of scans to see what is the extent of your dad's potential cancer.

    It's not unusual to have a full body scan, as it sounds they need to still know what areas of the body, if any, are affected. They won't be able to talk things through with you all, including discussing any potential treatment, until they know exactly what the score is regarding the rest of the body organs. 

    It's hard waiting for results and I hope it won't be too long a wait.

    When you know a little more, if there is anything you would like to talk through regarding either of your parents, please do give us a call - Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    All the best to you and your family

    Wanda

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    Hi and thanks for posting

    I'm sorry to hear about the situation going on with both of your parents - this must be very hard on you all , especially when you still are waiting for results of scans to see what is the extent of your dad's potential cancer.

    It's not unusual to have a full body scan, as it sounds they need to still know what areas of the body, if any, are affected. They won't be able to talk things through with you all, including discussing any potential treatment, until they know exactly what the score is regarding the rest of the body organs. 

    It's hard waiting for results and I hope it won't be too long a wait.

    When you know a little more, if there is anything you would like to talk through regarding either of your parents, please do give us a call - Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    All the best to you and your family

    Wanda

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