Hello Annemarie1983

I'm so sorry to read about the situation that you find yourself it. It really does sound very difficult and quite unfair for you at the moment. 

We know that hospitals are taking many steps to protect patients who have to attend for appointments, ensuring that social distancing rules are followed and encouraging patients to sanitise their hands. Some are asking patients to wear face masks and completing health checks when patients arrive. 

Have you spoken with the clinic to explain that you are caring for a vulnerable child? You should be able to ask what precautions are in place to protect patients. Many appointments have been moved away from hospitals or clinical areas that are dealing with Covid19 patients as well. It may be possible that you're able to wait in the car for your appointment and that the nurse is able to phone you when they are ready to see you in clinic. I would give the hospital a call and ask for some advice. 

I'm glad that you've got your Mum's support in helping to care for your son but it is important that you get this lump checked out by the specialist as well and it's sad that your son's dad is unable to see the importance of this. 

I hope tha tyou're able to get to your appointment this week and that the hospital can give you some reassuring news. 

Do let us know how you get on. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator