Hi Carla , I hope I can reassure you about your forthcoming Haemotologist appointment. My journey started back in a few months ago .
I've met some lovely consultants so don't worry. Basically they ask your symptoms, examine you for lumps and bumps etc , note full family medical history as well as your own and also have a FBC test .
Ask any questions maybe note some down.
This was my first appointment experience . Since then I've had several other tests including X-ray , CT scan and bone marrow biopsy . You may not need further investigations. I have a high red blood platelet count so investigating the cause .
I do hope your visit goes well . Happy to chat if this helps going forward.
Hi Carla , glad I've reassured you in some small way .
I had a blood test at the hospital and many more in between appointments to monitor the platelet count over a few months. These tests take time but I would rather this and get a diagnosis or not and be 100% happy in my own mind .
My bone marrow showed abnormalities so I'm waiting on further testing and a second opinion so hopefully all will be well .
From my first appointment to my X-ray I would say a month or so and my next Haemotologist appointment was another month to gather the results together.
You don't need to take anything, perhaps a family member or friend for support. My partner came into the first consultation ( nerves ) but after that I felt ok to go in by myself, although my partner was always on hand waiting outside if needed .
I should of asked more but perhaps note a few bits down like symptoms etc . My memory is terrible !
I also had unexplained bruising and episodes of dizziness and fatigue.
