Inconclusive biopsy

Hi everyone. I am actually absolutely GUTTED right now. Mum's ENT Dr rung this morning saying he needs to do another nasal cavity biopsy on Monday in the surgery because the one he got last week was not enough!!! Is this classed as a good thing or not? Can the people in the laboratory see what they think is cancer with the naked eye? I don't know what to think we've been going out of our minds for 7 days now more trauma for my mum and then more waiting. Not to mention she's in terrible pain! . 

  • Hello Unicorndreams,

    This does happen sometimes, which can require further testing so please try not to worry. I hope you'll be able to know more soon, but in the meantime these tips here might be useful. When you’re worried about cancer, it can be tempting to look for answers online, but this can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better.

    I hope this helps,

    Moderator Anastasia