Slight bleeding 57 year old. Scan showed thickened womb lining. Sample taken, results letter said I have to go back to hospital to see the doctor. So worried

Hi 

I had slight bleeding went to doctors got a quick appointment at hospital and had scan one day then appointment next day where they said I had thickened lining they took sample for testing  waited three weeks to get a letter saying to go back and see doctor in hospital  soon, I am extremely worried as normally you get letter in post saying everything is fine so I am now thinking the worse  case scenario I do have history of fibroids but because of my age etc really scared this time appointments should be a lot quicker to reassure patients etc a total of 4=5 weeks not acceptable really it messes with your mind not sleeping well etc

  • Hello JAN1958 and welcome to the forum,

    I’m sorry to hear how anxious this wait has been for you. It’s understandable to be feeling so worried right now, especially when you're left with unanswered questions and the time in between feels so long.

    You’ve done the right thing by getting checked out, and it sounds like things moved quickly at first, which is positive. But I can hear how unsettling it’s been to now be in this period of waiting, especially after receiving a letter asking you to come back in rather than simply getting a reassuring update.

    Many members here will understand exactly how you’re feeling right now: that sense of fear, sleepless nights, and not knowing what to expect. You're not alone in this, and I hope it helps a little to share what you're going through here.

    If you ever feel like you’d prefer to talk to someone directly, our nurses are also here to listen and support you and you can reach them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

    We're all here for you, so please keep posting whenever you need to.

    All the best,
    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • I have same but am 85. Had biopsy and removal of polyp the three weeks later was told no cancer, so don't give up hope.

  • i wasnt so lucky told got cancer of the womb had a CT at weekend just got to wait again for outcome of that