Think I've got lost in the system.

Hi everyone first time posting.

Went to GP 13 1 2021, had a rectal examination, was told no heamroids, told i was being put on 2 week cancer referral. I was offered the choice of 2 Hospitals the local Hospital waiting list going over tge 2 weeks, I chose a Hospital GP said you will hear in the next couple of days.

About 10 days later, had a phone call, asked some tick box questions.

19th Feb 5 weeks later I  had  a failed Colonoscopy. I had to ask them to stop i couldn't bear the pain. I have scar tissue, from 3 ceaserian  sections, Ectopic pregnancy, which they new about.

Was told I would have a Virtual Colonoscopy.

Referral was made on the 22nd  February for the virtual colonoscopy.  I'm still waiting. 

Made endless phone calls, got nowhere.

Few days ago phoned GP surgery reception told me a GP would contact me yesterday Wednesday  25th March. Reception lady phoned me, told me she would send an E mail to find out when my appointment would be. Heard nothing, but was only yesterday, but 10 weeks  since first going to GP surgery.

I am so so worried, I honestly think I've been lost in the system somehow.

Sorry its so long.

 

  • Hello Linda623, 

    Poor you! Sounds like you've had a really stressful time of it. Don't worry I don't think you have been lost in the system I am sure they will track everything down for you. With covid, it is possible that everything has been a bit delayed and you did well to try and chase this. Have you heard back from the GP or the receptionist? Do ring them again in a few days to see whether they received a response to that email she sent. Hopefully you will get somewhere and find out soon when this appointment will be. 

    Everything crossed for you!

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator