Hi MStep23 and thank you for your post.

I am sorry to hear about your dad’s situation,  this must be a difficult time for all the family.

Doctors can diagnose cancer from a biopsy. They need to communicate this diagnosis to your dad so he understands why further tests are necessary. So many people worry about the time it takes to get a diagnosis. Whenever possible, doctors strive to be honest and provide results as quickly as they can.

The next step would be to establish the type and grade of the cancer  and the staging of the stomach cancer.  The results of the biopsy and staging scans will be discussed at an  Multi disciplinary Team (MDT) meeting and the treatment options will be discussed.

Your dad will then have an appointment to explain the outcomes of the meeting, and he will have a chance to ask the doctors questions at his appointment.

I hope you find this information helpful.

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.

Kind regards,

Tina