Blood test result, sent for scan - suspected Ovarian Cancer

Hi all

i went to the doctors as I noticed a lump on my right rib.  He didn't think it was anything to worry about but I had some bloods taken

Day later I had a text to say I needed to go back in as some where haemolysed.  Then hour later the doctor rang about one of the tests to say he was going to refer me to a Gyno for scan of abdomen, uterus etc.  I was a bit shocked but didn't ask many questions 

next day I get a call to book for an ultrasound.  I was on holiday so got booked for next week and repeat bloods

In meantime I get a text from doctors surgery with a link to a letter and the first thing that jumps out is 'suspected ovarian cancer' and been referred to a Gyno at local cancer hospital:  obviously I was very shocked and now In a right staye worrying.  Of course shouldnt Google but do and OC is seen as the silent one.  Bit annoyed doctor didn't mention cancer but I get a letter saying it and now Surgery closed for Easter so can't ring to speak to doctor 
 

I have had enlarged lymph nodes in groin for years.  Seen doctor twice but have never had bloods or scans for them but maybe should have so now worrying that could have been the start a while ago and now spread everywhere

i haven't got swollen belly etc although slight aches in groin recently 

Sorry to waffle but wondered if anyone had similar ?

  • Don't panic too much about this as most good doctors like to cover all bases. It may only be a slight chance of having cancer but it is due diligence that they are checking for it. Just relax and be happy you are getting thorough checkups to try to avoid problems if they do not. Good luck.