Results for prostate cancer

Hi, 

5 years ago my father was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He had his prostate removed and radiation therapy. 
However, 8 weeks ago my father's PSA was 13, meaning the cancer has returned. 6 weeks ago he had a CT Scan and 3 weeks ago he had a bone scan. How long should he have to wait to get his results as no one is telling us anything and we was told it was a maximum of 2 weeks, He has been to see his GP weekly but they keep saying they don't have the results. What should be do? 

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  • Hi Lindsey901 and welcome, I am so sorry to hear your dads prostate cancer has returned, like most people I know including myself we waited 2 to 3 weeks for scan results, but as they know your dads cancer has come back, the team responsible for your dads treatment will probably be waiting to see all his results to decide on what is the best treatment plan, Lindsey this team will be discussing your dads case weekly, even if all results are in, it may be a few days before they get together again, so give them another week, but by all means keep calling the hospital and as you are both finding it stressful tell them this, and if you feel your getting nowhere, contact PALS patient advice and liaison service, they will help, best wishes.

    Eddie xx

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  • Hi Lindsey901 and welcome, I am so sorry to hear your dads prostate cancer has returned, like most people I know including myself we waited 2 to 3 weeks for scan results, but as they know your dads cancer has come back, the team responsible for your dads treatment will probably be waiting to see all his results to decide on what is the best treatment plan, Lindsey this team will be discussing your dads case weekly, even if all results are in, it may be a few days before they get together again, so give them another week, but by all means keep calling the hospital and as you are both finding it stressful tell them this, and if you feel your getting nowhere, contact PALS patient advice and liaison service, they will help, best wishes.

    Eddie xx

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