Waiting to find out the results of my dad's bone scan. Will they give us bad news over the phone?

My dad has been diagnosed with advanced localized prostrate cancer 

we attended a bone scan on Monday and I’m certain the nurse who originally gave us the bad news said she would ring on the 25th with the results and treatment 

what I want to ask is if it’s bad news and it’s in my dads bones would they give that out over a phone call ? It seems quite harsh to me or would she be calling to arrange an appt 

it’s all such a worrying and confusing time 

thank you 

  • Welcome to the forum Decem although I'm sorry to hear about your dad's diagnosis and the anxious wait you now have to find out if his prostate cancer has spread.

    Hopefully some of our members who have been in a similar situation will share their experiences with you soon but in the meantime, we're sending you all our support and wishing your dad all the best with his results next week.

    We'll have our fingers crossed it hasn't spread, but if the news isn't good just remember that we are here for you and will be by your side on every step of this journey.

    If either of you would like to talk any of this through with one of our cancer nurses, you can do so on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday (except bank holidays) between 9a.m - 5p.m. They're very knowledgeable and will do all they can to answer your questions and support you at this time.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator