Confusing discharge letter

Hi all My relative was found to have cysts, masses and fibroids and has been offered full hysterectomy. Doctors did not tell them they have cancer but discharge letter states ‘likely ovarian cancer’ in one paragraph. The final page of the letter states, ‘conclusion: large ovarian cancer’. Doctors told my relative they’ll test the masses for cancer after the hysterectomy because they’re not sure. My question is, do they have cancer or not? and shouldn’t they have told them verbally than writing it down? Lastly, is it fair they’ve been discharged home to wait for hysterectomy in 28 days while cysts etc continue to grow? I’m really worried and would appreciate your input. Thank you.

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  • Hi Bonita

    Unfortunately i think you will find that no one will be able to give you the answer you seek.

    I am responding out of politeness and would advise your relative to see her GP and talk through the discharge letter with them. 

    I am sorry your relative had not been given better information from the hospital Doctors.  Some doctors do not like to say anything found or biopsied to be cancerous until they have the results back. I am sure they will contact your relative when they have the results and she is scheduled for the Hysterectomy.

    I hope going forward that all will be well. x

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  • Hi Bonita

    Unfortunately i think you will find that no one will be able to give you the answer you seek.

    I am responding out of politeness and would advise your relative to see her GP and talk through the discharge letter with them. 

    I am sorry your relative had not been given better information from the hospital Doctors.  Some doctors do not like to say anything found or biopsied to be cancerous until they have the results back. I am sure they will contact your relative when they have the results and she is scheduled for the Hysterectomy.

    I hope going forward that all will be well. x

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