Worried about my daughter having cancer

My 3 year old has been seriously poorly for the last 3 weeks. She's had persistent facial swelling and fever, we've been back and forth from A&E constantly. She has a rare dental condition that the doctors used to brush off the problems, however she saw her specialist last week and she's confirmed it's definitely not dental. She's got so many symptoms of cancer and she's been referred for tests for cancer. This waiting period is so hard. I can't stop going round in loops in my head and the waiting is just agonising. How did you all cope with this? 

  • Welcome to the forum Becs although I'm so sorry to hear how unwell your little one has been lately.

    I really do hope the results of the tests she's been referred for will show she doesn't have cancer but I know until she's had those tests and the results have come back that this period of waiting will be very tough.

    I'm sure our members who have been in similar situations with their children will offer their support and advice to you soon but whilst you wait I just wanted to share this article I've found on how to cope with waiting for news. I hope the tips and advice on there will help and that you're able to get some answers and peace of mind soon.

    Very best wishes to you both,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator