Hello and thanks for posting

I'm sorry to read about what you and your husband are going through right now. This must be an incredibly difficult time and it's understandable that you are feeling worried.

The waiting period before seeing the oncologist is stressful. You or your husband can ring the specialist/consultant secretary to explain your concerns and ask about an earlier appointment. If he has a specialist bowel cancer nurse involved in his care then they may be able to advise you both further. You often have to call and leave them a message and they will get back to you. 

Many people worry that their cancer will spread further while waiting for treatment to start. But we do know that most cancers grow slowly, so waiting a few weeks does not normally affect how well treatment works.  However, it can still be very frustrating.

Once your husband and you meet with the oncologist, you'll have a clearer plan of what the treatment plan will be.

In the meantime, we have information on our website on how he may be treated.

I hope you know more soon. Give us a ring if you would like to talk anything over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Kind regards,

Celene