long appointment wait to be seen as urgent

Hi was wondering if anyone else has waited more than 2 weeks for an urgent appointment i have been waiting 5 now and my anxiety is through the roof. my emotions are all over the place. I have an abnormal cyst on ovary due to go to florida in 8 weeks with my kids. phoned hospital multiple times and been told could be 8 weeks im just really stressed out with it all. 

  • Hi Mega20, 

    I am sorry you have been waiting so long for your appointment and I can completely understand why your anxiety is sky high at the moment. 5 weeks is a long time to have to wait for an urgent appointment and you did well to ring the hospital multiple times - you could also mention to them that you are going away soon and would be happy to take any cancellation. It sounds like it could be another 3 weeks maximum so hopefully that won't clash with your trip to Florida in 8 weeks' time. 

    Waiting for tests and results is so stressful and the wait can truly feel endless so I thought I would share with you these helpful tips to help you cope while waiting for important news. I really hope that you will be seen before you go away so that you can breathe a bit and relax during your exciting holiday.

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator  

  • Hi Mega

    That is a long wait for you and it is very stressful. Especially as you are looking forward to a family holiday. Dont forget to check out you insurance cover before you go on holiday. Hope it all goes well and your appointment and holiday all fall into place.

    Ed