Scared after seeing on my NHS app the words 'suspected gynaecological cancer'

Hello, 

I went to the Dr about 3 weeks ago after some bleeding in between periods and lower back pain.

Had a blood test done on Tuesday, which came back as abnormal. My CA125 result was 43. I spoke to the Dr and she said she would do a fast track referral for a scan and to see a gynecologist. The scan date has come through for 28th May. 

I am really scared after seeing on my NHS app the words 'suspected gynecological cancer'. I am 42.

  • Offline in reply to Lis83

    Also having had both an awake one and GA one I’d definitely do GA just as it was less stressful x

  • Thank you so much for this!!!

    Sorry you had such a day of it :( how long did it take? Were you uncomfortable after having it done? I really hope you aren't waiting long for your results. X

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    Was just looking back to see timings. I went down at 4.30pm and was probably out cold 5 mins later! Husband was informed on the phone at around 6.10 that I was being taken up to the ward but I was still drowsy and not awake. The consultant had told me the procedure would take around 30 minutes. They’d given me anti sickness and pain relief before I came round and I was fine and no pain or cramping at all. I only took some paracetamol before bed and then kept dosed up Tuesday but nothing since then. 
    The lady before me at my gynaecologist appointment had had it done during her appointment and was fine awake but my previous ablation complicated things. She seemed to be ok in the waiting room after. I believe you will be given the option of a GA so it’s personal preference x

  • Thank you so much for this!x

    • Thank you. I am now trying to secure an appointment for a coil. Apparently its a 2 week wait. That's made me anxious as I thought it would be done straight away. 
    • Sometimes it's good to know, but it can be all too much accessibility to information. They told me off at my appointment. It's so tempting to look at your notes because you want to know!!!
    • I hope you feel ok soon xxxx
  • The thing is the attitude is matter of fact.... Very chilled whilst your trying to process all the procedures, the appointments, emotions, family. Then it just comes all out. Ive now got a sore throat!!! I believe stress related. I hipe they find a way to get your procedure done xxxx

  • I just want to say it was kicking off at work today usually I would take it on, over think. After whats gone on... I was like if this gets too much im off. Totally different outlook especially with what's going on with us all. Xxxxx