It might differ from area to area, nation to nation, but me and the wife were just at a follow up appointment not long ago, and she had an op (3rd reconstruction) recently too, and there were no rules. Pre covid times are back. That might differ for people with blood cancers, though.

Many thanks for your reply 

Hope all is going well with  recovery 

Take care 

Hi Bexbex52 and thank you for your post.

I am sorry to learn that you have recently had biopsies taken from your neck and tongue and that you are waiting for surgery to have lumps removed from your neck.

I was unsure what your exact situation is, whether you have a type of head and neck cancer that is thought to have gone into the lymphatic system, or if you have a type of lymphoma that is a cancer of the lymphatic system.

Whilst waiting for treatment there are no set rules about self-isolation but it may depend on the individual situation. If you are concerned, it would be best to check with your cancer specialist or nurse specialist (CNS) if you have one, that it is ok to carry on going into the office. It might also be worth having a chat with your manager as they may be able to make changes to help with your situation.

As with anything practising good hygiene such as handwashing after seeing clients or before meals or after going on public transport would be recommended. 

If you were to have chemotherapy then you may be advised to avoid people with infections such as chicken pox or colds and avoid areas where infection can spread easily such as the cinema, or busy shops. This is because chemotherapy can lower your immune system and ability to fight infection.

I hope this helps a little. 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.

Take care, all the best

Jemma