Advice please?

Hi. New to the forum.

My mum had bowel cancer 12 years ago and a facial growth 2years ago both of which we were told were gone.

Now a rectal tumour has been found following bleeds and subsequent colonoscopy. Whist waiting to find out next steps the MDT have reviewed and asked for further tests.

Now waiting for MRI of liver, blood tests and mammogram. Waiting for the tests to be scheduled yet now received an appointment to see the breast consultant!

Can anyone tell me if this is standard procedure or if this sounds like metastatic breast and liver?

It's the waiting and uncertainty that's keeping me awake!

  • Hello KKM

    I'm sorry to hear that you Mum is dealing with health concerns again. I know that many of our members here will be able to understand just how difficult this period of waiting and uncertainty can be. 

    It sounds as if the team are being thorough in requesting additional tests for your Mum and although it's difficult to wait for them, hopefully once all the results are in you will have a clearer picture of what is going on. 

    If you would like to chat with one of our team of nurses in the meantime you can call them on 0808 800 4040. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. 

    Sending our best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator