Scan results.

I've to attend a meeting with two  consultants about a scan that I'd recently taken of my chest/abdo/pelvis, which to me was just a regular Scan because of the stage I was  it but my anxiety is running riot in my mind, because of the whole taking a break from treatment and my head is just of full of what ifs and what not. To be honest I'm petrified that they tell me even more bad news ike my life expendecy is going to be much, much less than they first because of any new growth.

  • Hello and thanks for your further post

    It's completely natural to feel anxious before a meeting like this and waiting for scan results can be incredibly stressful ,and our minds often imagine the worse possible scenario.

    Easier said than done but try and take one step at a time. Some people find talking things through with family and friends and keeping busy can sometimes help .But until you know more it’s natural to worry.

    Try if you can to focus on what you can control right now by eating a good diet, getting enough rest and do some gentle activities that you enjoy, The NHS website has some useful tips on breathing exercises for stress that you might find helpful.

    If you have a specialist nurse (CNS) involved in your care then perhaps they can provide you with some support. You often have to call and leave them a message and they will get back to you.  

    I hope you know more soon. 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,

    Celene