Just had biopsy, am I silly to still go abroad as planned?

Hi, I've just had a scan and uterine biopsy today (14/12) as I had a bleed last week after 4 years of no periods. I did recently change the HRT I was on, so really hoping it was just that causing the bleed. I've been told it will be 3 weeks for the biopsy results.  I have been planning for a long time to go to New Zealand for 6 weeks, my partner has a 6 month contract working out there and I've not seen him since September, I really need to get out there and be with him. My flight out is next week (21/12), and I am still going to go (I feel I might have a complete mental breakdown if I don't see him!)

How likely is it my results might come back sooner? As it's now approaching Christmas/NY I am not expecting to hear anything until first week of January.  If needed I will fly home early.  If I need further tests would delaying by a few weeks be a major no-no? 

Thanks for any advice/opinion.

  • Hello and thanks for your post,

    How frustrating waiting for your results. it is difficult to know how to advise you as you said that you would go anyway. I can't say how long the results will take to come back as it does vary from hospital depending on staffing and a pathologist's work load. The Christmas holidays can also have an impact on work load.

    It may be sensible though to find out how they are going to contact you with the results. They may want to see you face to face for an appointment. I would contact the gynaecology secretary and let them know that you will be out of the country for a few weeks so they are in the picture and have an idea as to when you will be back.

    I hope this helps and that you have a lovely time in New Zealand.

    All the Best,

    Catherine

  • Thank you for your response, I have already let the team know I will be away and they have my contact details.