GP's can access some hospital databases, and those usually include test results. The thing with test result, it's all fine having them, but they need interpreted by someone qualified, so calling the gp early can lead to them saying yeah, but unable to give them because they're in no position to relay those results to yourself.  Then people worry their gp is being coy because it must be bad news, but that isn't the case. Think of it like xrays. Those xrays need a qualified radiographer to go over them properly, even if all looks well on first viewing or looks out of place. So maybe wait those two weeks so your not stressing out even more because your gp won't tell you.

Hello Joewa and thanks for the post

It can be a worry undergoing tests especially when something like polyps are found.

Unfortunately no one here can explain what this means for you but it sounds like the doctor has sent the polyps off to be examined in the lab and if there are any suspicions about these this will be discussed with you further.

Polyps are quite common and most will be harmless. If and when they need to be removed this often sorts out the potential for any unusual cells turning cancerous but often follow up if needed to check everything is okay.

Do speak with your own doctor about this and hopefully they can put your mind at ease further.

Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Best wishes

Naomi

Thanks

Thanks

So stressed with all this waiting.

If it was bad news would i know by now 

Thanks

Hi there again Joewa

I'm sorry to hear how anxious you are waiting for these results.

As others on here have said it can take a good couple of weeks (or longer I'm afraid) for results to come back and this can be very unsettling for people.

Do try and keep yourself as busy as you can with other things to pass the time if you can. Exercise and making sure you are eating a healthy diet and getting enough sleep and rest is important too in managing anxiety at times like this. As someone also mentioned there are sleep apps (including sleepio that is free for people diagnosed with cancer here through Macmillan) that can help people struggling with sleep and anxiety too.

I really do hope you know more soon and that everything will be okay for you.

Take care

Naomi

Thanks. Still no results. Off sick from work and on medication for anxiety.

 Joewa  I doubt you will hear any for at least another week.  Would you not be better in work where at least there’s things going on and maybe others to keep you company ?  Sorry you’re going through this.  The waiting plays havoc with our normal rational thoughts so we can’t focus on anything else.