MRI and nervous about Gynaecological oncology appointment

Hi

 

I was wondering if anyone has been referred to Gynaecological oncology team after an MRI scan?

I have a bit of swelling in my pelvic area and doctor fast tracked me for an ultra sound scan which showed I had a large 10cm fibroid. The radiologist seemed to think there was nothing suspicious although they had difficulty seeing my ovaries because of fibroid.  I also had a C125 blood test for ovarian cancer and it can back ok. I was referred for an MRI scan and had it  on Thursday. On Friday Got a telephone from the hospital booking me in for a telephone consultation on Monday. I also received a confirmation letter for the appointment on the patient portal.  When I read the letter I got a total shock as  it says the gynaecologic oncology team will discuss my treatment with me. 
 

Firstly I don't even know what my diagnosis is and secondly the word oncology assumes I have cancer. I now have all weekend to wait until my appointment on Monday. I am a nervous wreck.

  • Hi jacred,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm sorry you haven't received a reply up until now - sometimes posts get missed.

    I see that today is your appointment so hopefully it won't be long until you find out more.

    Whatever happens, we're here for support if you need it at any point.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Thank you so much for replying to this. I had very good news today as all results came back as clear. I have a fibroid but because of my age and post menopause they won’t do anything about it as it will probably start to shrink. The MRI checked ovaries etc and everything was good. I was told the bloating is probably due to IBS. fibroid I am forever grateful for the wonderful NHS and fast tracking me for all the tests etc within a couple of weeks. My only gripe is (I really don’t like complaining about the NHS as I think they do a wonderful job) I wish someone had of told me on Friday when they rang to make the appointment with me that my results were clear and the appointment was only to discuss my results. It could have saved 72 hours of anxiety and fear for me and also my family. Also as the letter they sent came from Gynecology oncology team They could have mentioned the fact that my results were clear and the appointment was just to discuss results, instead the letter said they wanted to discuss treatment which I moly’s I had something seriously wrong with me. I am so delighted my results are clear. Such a weight of my shoulders.
  • Hi jacred,

    Thank you for letting us know how you got on - that's fantastic news.

    I do agree it would have saved a bit of worry for you if the wording has been different.

    However I'm sure you must feel very relieved.

    All the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator