Hello and thanks for posting

This must be a worrying time for your relative and the rest of the family and I can appreciate you having some questions.

Whilst ovarian cancer can be suspected by a consultant during some tests and investigations it can only really be confirmed through the histology report after the surgery and everything has been closely examined.

Usually the doctor will discuss their thoughts about what might be going on with a patient and their relatives before surgery they often do say they will need to wait for the results to confirm the diagnosis and if any further treatment is needed.

In most cases patients are best to be at home whilst they are waiting for surgery rather than in hospital. Having to wait a few weeks for surgery isn't unusual and things are unlikely to change much in this time. Of course if your relative is feeling unwell or concerned about something they should let their doctor know so they can assess them.

I hope your relatives surgery goes well and wish her the very best. Do get back if you have more questions or give us a call to talk anything through on 0808 800 4040, we're here weekdays 9-5.

Take care

Naomi

Hello and thanks for posting

This must be a worrying time for your relative and the rest of the family and I can appreciate you having some questions.

Whilst ovarian cancer can be suspected by a consultant during some tests and investigations it can only really be confirmed through the histology report after the surgery and everything has been closely examined.

Usually the doctor will discuss their thoughts about what might be going on with a patient and their relatives before surgery they often do say they will need to wait for the results to confirm the diagnosis and if any further treatment is needed.

In most cases patients are best to be at home whilst they are waiting for surgery rather than in hospital. Having to wait a few weeks for surgery isn't unusual and things are unlikely to change much in this time. Of course if your relative is feeling unwell or concerned about something they should let their doctor know so they can assess them.

I hope your relatives surgery goes well and wish her the very best. Do get back if you have more questions or give us a call to talk anything through on 0808 800 4040, we're here weekdays 9-5.

Take care

Naomi