Worried for my dad - white shadow found on lung

About a week and a bit ago my dad went for a lung ct scan which was one of them summit volunteering ones, there was no symptoms or anything he was just asked if he'd like to do it and he agreed because he's a smoker. The doctor called him the very next day and said there was some abnormalities in the scan and to go in for a follow up, when he went in the doctor said at the bottom of his right lung there's like a white shadow. He said it's more than likely that's it is looking like it is cancer but he can't be 100% sure without more tests. So he's booked in for a biopsy on Wednesday that's still another 6 days to go and the waiting is horrendous I feel like the days are going even slower I think the not knowing is worse. I hope to god fingers crossed it's something that's just benign. I was just wondering if anyone else is going through something similar to this? 

  • Hello Zee91

    I'm sorry to hear that your Dad is waiting on a biopsy at the moment. I can imagine this is a very anxious time for you all. 

    We know that many members here understand how difficult this period of waiting and uncertainty can be. Hopefully the biopsy on Wednesday will bring answers and the Consultant will be able to give your Dad some reassurance about what they find. 

    If you'd like to talk things through with one of our nurses then you're welcome to call them. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator