Frightened - newly diagnosed with cancer during colonoscopy

Hi, I’ve just joined this group so not sure if I’m the right place, 

Won’t go into all tweak ground now, but after colonoscopy a month ago was told there and then I had cancer, they did take some for biopsy, was shocked to be told straight away…..After scans etc. I’m waiting for what the team see everything and decide what treatment.

is 4 weeks waiting usual . What’s messing with my head is that my MacMillan nurse had asked if I wanted to know results of the test as soon as she had them or wait until there next consultants team meeting. When I contacted her she wouldn’t tell me anything. I can’t stop thinking that’s because the results are really bad…,can’t get it out of my head it’s spread everywhere, can’t sleep, feeling sick, I’ve tried to be positive but after talking to her she was so different I just can’t stop and I’m now so frightened of what I’m going to be told on Thursday ..another five days. Don’t know why I’m writing this but just don’t know what todo 
  

  • Hi there,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. It sounds like you are dealing with a lot right now and I can understand your worries, especially with the nurse saying different things.

    The nurse probably shouldn't have offered to tell you sooner, as typically it's during an appointment with the doctor/specialist that you find out more - following any tests and any discussions between the medical team.

    You mention you have an appointment on Thursday. It might help to write down a list of any questions or concerns you have, so you can discuss everything - and make notes of any answers.

    If you'd like to talk to someone ahead of your appointment, you are welcome to give our nurses a call. You can reach them on freephone 0808 800 4040 - Monday-Friday, 9-5.

    We are always here for support if you need it, and I hope that the forum can be helpful for you.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator