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Still waiting … 4 weeks after referral

QuietlyConcerned
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I just wanted a space to vent really - so apologies in advance. 

My urgent referral is still ongoing and not appointment thus far - the breast clinic is saying at least 5 weeks currently for their rapid referral. 

I am on week 4 of waiting and whilst I was able to set myself on an even kilter for the first few weeks, I am feeling increasingly anxious to not even have an appointment date. 

I have called sporadically to chase and to say that whilst I am on summer break from my job, I can take any appointment anytime - to no avail. 

I am just struggling with worry today. 

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  • Hello QuietlyConcerned

    I'm sorry to hear that you're waiting for an appointment at the breast clinic at the moment. We know that for many people this period of waiting for appointments can be a particulary anxious time. Uncertainty can leave us feeling worried. 

    Unfortunately many hospitals are sdtruggling with waiting times and work pressures at the moment. Hopefully as they clinic have said 5 weeks you will hear some news soon about an appointment date. 

    In the meantime I wonder if you might find it useful to chat things through with one of our nurses. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice and support they can. If you think this may help they're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040 (exclduing bank holidays). 

    Do keep in touch and let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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  • Hello QuietlyConcerned

    I'm sorry to hear that you're waiting for an appointment at the breast clinic at the moment. We know that for many people this period of waiting for appointments can be a particulary anxious time. Uncertainty can leave us feeling worried. 

    Unfortunately many hospitals are sdtruggling with waiting times and work pressures at the moment. Hopefully as they clinic have said 5 weeks you will hear some news soon about an appointment date. 

    In the meantime I wonder if you might find it useful to chat things through with one of our nurses. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice and support they can. If you think this may help they're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040 (exclduing bank holidays). 

    Do keep in touch and let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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