Didn’t follow up for 7 years?

My coworker was telling me that an ultrasound showed she had a large mass in her liver with legions and also a mass in her uterus ( which they think was fibroids) it was found during an ultra sound on her thyroid when she said she had some bloating they checked other areas.  They said she needed a CT scan but she never followed up.  Now 7 years later she doesn't have any other symptoms.  Just the occasional bloating.  Her period has become irregular but that is probably from peri menopause.  Can you have cancer and have no pain or symptoms for 7 years (or it could be more, they only found it 7 years ago).  Or are they benign masses and would have caused pain by now if they weren't?  

  • Hi Joey and welcome to the forum.

    Unfortunately we can't answer these questions but if your co-worker is worried, it would be best for them to get in touch with their GP to find out what happened and see if there is a need for any tests to be carried out now.

    If either of you would like to discuss this further with one of our nurses, you can do so on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    I'm sorry I can't be of more help but I hope your co-worker is able to find out more about their situation soon.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator