Waiting ...

I'm extremely new to all this, so here goes.
PET scan has revealed 3 nodules in my lungs and a lump in my neck - all of which are active. Next step is an ultrasound on the lump plus some fluid/ tissue will be taken.

I've been allocated a lung cancer specialist nurse, who has said that it's being regarded as cancer until histology tell them otherwise. I'm scared - naturally- but so confused. I've always thought it was the other way round, biopsy then diagnosis ?  
As yet no treatment has been mentioned,  plus I'm with 2 consultants- ENT and Respiratory - I can only assume that they are waiting for the scan and biopsy. 
 


 

  • Hi there,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I can understand this must all be unsettling and a little confusing.

    It sounds as if the medical team are looking to do further tests to be able to give a proper diagnosis, but I'm sure that what you've been told so far must only have caused an increase in worry.

    I hope it's not too long to wait for your next appointment and then the results, so you can know any next steps.

    Whatever happens, we're always here for support on this forum.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator