Long wait for result

Hi , I had a polyp removed from bowel and it was sent for biopsy. I was told the result would be about a week. Today after 5 weeks I got a call to say cancer was present and I need a CT scan as soon as possible. When I queried the time scale I was told it needed to be double checked. Wondered if that seems right ? D 

  • Hi Delan, 

    I'm sorry to hear about your news this week. Sometimes biopsy samples do need to be double checked or sent for further testing and this can cause delays in the results being available. 

    Obviously this can cause lots of extra worry for those waiting for news. I'm sure that it's been a difficult time for you. Hopefully though the hospital will now have all the information they need to be able to discuss what what the next steps are with you. 

    I hope that you don't have to wait too long for your next appointment. 

    Best wishes,
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator