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I had an ultra sound on my ankle on Monday. I’d had swelling and pain on and off for about a year. The results were back the next day and the doctor is referring me to a sarcoma clinic.

im not coping. I lost my dad last month, we had a stillbirth after IVF 2 years ago. I nearly died from sepsis 5 years ago. I’m 39. I can’t sleep, I can’t stop crying. I’m terrified. I don’t know what to do. 

I can’t stop thinking that if it is cancer it’s been there for over a year. The doctor gave me a non urgent referral for an ultra sound as there was nothing to see when I spoke with him about it. 

please help me. 

  • Hello and thank you for your post,

    I am very sorry to hear about the worry you have about your health and that your father died just a month ago.

    With all that has happened, I can appreciate that this has all come together to be a worrying time for you, which is very understandable. However, please remember that you do not necessarily have cancer. 

    It might help you to get some support to help you deal with what is happening. It might help to have counselling, your GP may be able to refer you to local counselling services. It could help you cope with what is happening.

    You are also welcome 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.

    Take care,

    Caroline