Dark Streak on Nail

Hi, I am waiting to go for a biopsy on my nail, as I have a dark line on my thumb nail, plastic surgeon said it will be 4 to 6 weeks before I have this done, due to surgeons being on holiday and another 5 to 6 weeks after that to get a result, seems a long time to wait with a possible cancer, so I am worrying myself silly over it.  
I keep thinking my lymph nodes are hurting and thinking the worse, I am becoming a total hypochondriac. Every little niggle or pain, I think the worse. I have had the line for a number of years and it was an article in a newspaper that prompted me to go to my GP, to get some advice, he quickly referred me to a dermatologist.

I had two strokes and an enderactomy last November, so have had a bit of a rough time recently.

  • Welcome to the forum TrendyBarb although I'm sorry to hear how long you're having to wait for your biopsy and then the results.

    This must be very frustrating but our community are here for you and I'm sure some of our members who have been in a similar position will offer their support and advice to you soon.

    If you would like to discuss your situation with one of our nurses, they're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They're very easy to talk to and will do all they can to put your mind at ease whilst you wait.

    I hope some of these tips and advice for coping with worry and anxiety will help you during time as well.

    We're sending all our strength your way TrendyBarb and will have our fingers crossed for a good outcome.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator