Bile duct shadow

A CT scan for an unrelated gastro issue has flagged up a ‘shadow’ on my common bile duct. I was called in to see the consultant gastroenterologist and I am now waiting for a MRCP scan. The letter to my GP refers to a soft tissue density. I made the mistake of googling what it could be, and I’m now terrified I have bile duct cancer. The fact she saw me herself after a MDTM worries me, I usually see a junior member of her team. I’m so worried. 

  • Hi Cass25,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I know it's never easy dealing with uncertainty like this and I hope you're getting on as OK as can be.

    I also hope it's not long to wait for any further tests and results to follow.

    Some say it helps to try to keep busy and focused on other things as much as possible while waiting for results.

    We are always here for support if you need it and hopefully the forum can be of some help to you. I know there will be others here who have been through or may be going through something similar.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator