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Hi all.

So my story so far is.... borderline ovarian cyst removed in November 2021.  6 months CT scans since which all seemed ok.

Went to GP on 01 Aug as having strange discomfort on right hand side.  Lovely GP sent me for blood tests and it has taken off again from there.

CA125 level was 82 so was referred to Consultant on 2 week pathway.  Had CT scan and ultrasound and now have a face to face meeting with the Consultant next Tuesday.

So scared that it is face to face although GP has rung me several times in the last few weeks to see how I am (so thankful to him to keep in touch with me) Said that the ultrasound was "reassuring" and he wonders whether it might be Acute Cholecystis as it looks like it could be around the gallbladder area that is of concern.  He also said he is hopeful it wouldn't be anything sinister being I have so many checks since Nov 21.  Cameras/scans/bladder check, kidney check and that my last CT scan in May was fine.  He has not had sight of the CT scan results

I really am so scared as don't know what Tuesday will bring

xx

  • Hello Cah60

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently had some health symptoms that have led to you now waiting for an appointment with the specialist next week. It's understandable that you're feeling anxious. 

    It's great to hear that your GP has been so supportive and has tried to reassure you whilst you're waiting. It's important to remember that there could be any number of causes for the symptoms and abnormal blood result that you've described so try to remain positive over the weekend. 

    If you'd like to chat things through with one of our nurses ahead of your appointment you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice and support they can. 

    We'll be thinking of you on Tuesday. Do let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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    An elevated CA125 is more likely to be caused by benign conditions such as fibroids cysts endometriosis etc than cancer ,keep that in mind to get you over the weekend ,I had an elevated CA125 and it turned out to be nothing serious ,maybe the Consultant wants a face to face because of having a cyst removed before ,maybe another cyst needs attention .

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