Unclear histology results

I had the right side of my thyroid, isthmus and a lot of lymph nodes removed at the end of November due to a thy3f nodule. Saw consultant last week to get results but told not back yet. Saw GP this morning for unrelated problem and asked if she could see anything and she could. She gave me very vague answers and said ‘its unclear what it is but high chance its sinister’ and wouldn’t tell me anything more. I’ve contacted the hospital to try and get a call from my surgeon/team as now I’m really panicking. What could this mean? Could it be a prelim report and needs further testing? I never thought pathology/histology could be unclear at this stage following removal. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

  • Welcome to the forum Nicole1131, although I'm sorry for the stress and worry this is causing.

    Waiting for news is never easy but try not to panic or think the worst until you've spoken with your medical team. Easier said than done, I know, but I hope it helps to know that so many of our members will know what you're going through, so you are not alone, and hopefully those who have also received unclear histology results will stop by soon to share their experiences and advice.

    If you'd like to speak to one of our cancer nurses about this, you can give them a call next week on 0808 800 4040. Their phone lines will be open again from 9a.m on Monday 29th December and they will do all they can to answer your questions and support you whilst you wait.

    We're thinking of you Nicole1131 and hope you're able to get some much needed answers and peace of mind over this soon.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator