White Mast Cells 29

Hello all. I have had a few tests done because I have a large painful mass in my buttock cheek. My Mast Cells came back at 29 (I was told 10 should be the maximum). I had two FIT blood in poo tests. One returned <200 and one returned 59. I have severe facial flushing, sweating and am struggling to poo. I have been referred for an urgent Colonoscopy and Gastroscopy.  Does this all sound like Bowel or Colon Cancer or is there a chance it could be something less serious? What are the chances it is cancer? To make it all more confusing,  a consultant said my Mast Cell result is 'probably' Mastocytosis and they have ordered a bone marrow to confirm. I'm scared.

  • Hi GrandmaM,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I can understand your concerns when dealing with this uncertainty and waiting to hear more.

    Unfortunately it's very difficult for anyone here to advise on this - the doctors will be best placed to do this, following any necessary tests and results to follow. I hope that it's not long for you to wait to get the information you need. If you have particular questions, make a note of these in order to talk things through at your next appointment.

    Otherwise, if others here have similar experience to share then hopefully you'll get some more replies soon.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator