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Ca125 waiting for results worry

Rose55
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Hi I’m 55 and awaiting results of my CA125 test, dr sent me for the test as a reassurance that everything is okay due to my last ultrasound not being able to see one of my ovaries.  I suffer with anxiety anyway made worse by menopause (I’m on HRT but still).  Reading through some of the feeds on here has been really reassuring however I’m still waking in a cold sweat and unable to snap out of my frozen overthinking state.  How on earth do people cope with it all?  I’ve got another ultrasound booked for early September, I also know I’ve got a tiny fibroid and IBS so I’m thinking my results will be raised anyway so rather than reassure, I reckon these results are going to be high and off spiralling again I go.   I’ve lots to prepare for one of my kids going to uni but I’m frozen in time.  Feeling quite pathetic and weak willed x

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  • Hello Rose55,

    When you’re worried that you may have cancer, it can be tempting to think the worst or look for answers online, but this can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better. It's common to need further tests to get to the bottom of things and it's great to hear your doctor wants to reassure you. A good way of coping is trying to focus on other things while you wait for your results.

    If you find you're struggling, there are some good tips on coping with waiting for news on our website, as well as guidance around the CA125 test on our tests for ovarian cancer page. Anxiety UK also has some great resources if you need support.

    I hope this is helpful and all the best to you,

    Moderator Anastasia  

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  • Hello Rose55,

    When you’re worried that you may have cancer, it can be tempting to think the worst or look for answers online, but this can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better. It's common to need further tests to get to the bottom of things and it's great to hear your doctor wants to reassure you. A good way of coping is trying to focus on other things while you wait for your results.

    If you find you're struggling, there are some good tips on coping with waiting for news on our website, as well as guidance around the CA125 test on our tests for ovarian cancer page. Anxiety UK also has some great resources if you need support.

    I hope this is helpful and all the best to you,

    Moderator Anastasia  

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