Lonely and scared

Hi

I'm waiting for my first consultation appointment after my Doctor referred me to the hospital. I'm on my own with my three children and don't live close to my family. My mind is in overdrive - how am I going to do this on my own if the results are positive? Should I be talking to anyone or just wait until I know for sure? I just don't know if I should be doing anything or nothing? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks.

  • Hi Freddie, you've not given much information about the reason for your referral, so difficult to help you as much as we would like.  Is it a two week referral, this is normal in cases where there may be a problem, bowel, breast, vaginal bleeding, its standard NHS procedure, so don't panic.  Post again and others on the forum will help once they know what you are being referred for, sharing a problem is the best thing you can do.  Best wishes, Carol

  • Thank you. I will post again but it is reassuring to know a two week referral is usual. I know something's not right though so I'm trying not to panic.

  • Hi

    I went to my doctor for a routine smear last thursday and he his referring me for a gynaecologist appointment as he thinks i have a polyp he sed it would take 2 wks for a referral. Hope your appointment comes threw quickly .  My mind his going into overdrive with worry . Been told most polyps are non cancerous but i still worry. Good luck to you