Hello Dave

I'm sorry to hear that you find yourself in this difficult situation where the GP hasn't referred you back to the specialist despite the information in the discharge letter. It's perfectly understandable that you're feeling anxious about things at the moment. 

Do make it clear to the GP on Tuesday that you're not happy about this and that you want to be re-referred to the specialists as per the discharge letter. If you feel that the GP isn't listening to your concerns, then you can always escalate things to the Practice Manager. 

If you think it may help to talk things through with one of our nurses in the meantime, then you're welcome to call them. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information and support they can. They're available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

Let us know how you get on Dave. Hopefully there will be some reassuring news soon. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator 

Thank you, Jenn. Yes, I shall express my concerns and press for what I consider necessary.

Will up-date.

Dave.

Update. When presented with cold facts of referral levels, GP immediately folded and confessed that yes my 2.9 had been measured against standard <6.5. Refer back to Oncology today. Let him know if no response by end of next week and he will chase.

He'll see how alert flags can be made more obvious!

Dave.