More tests!

I've been waiting for the results of a colonoscopy and CT scan, and expecting a call from my consultant to tell me whats wrong.

His secretary has been in touch to say they have resquested more tests.  I now have to have a sigmoidoscopy and a colon ultrasound.  I'm so frustrated with the waiting, I just want to know whats wrong with me.

I dont know how long the new tests are going to take, but the secretary said it was quicker to have them on the NHS than private so its a matter of waiting for an appointment.

Just sick of not knowing!

  • Hello AngelaOR, 

    How stressful for you! Just as you thought it was all over, you have to go and get more tests done. Waiting is often described here as the hardest thing and the covid situation hasn't helped as it can slow things down a little and increase waiting times and as a result the amount of time someone is left having to deal with uncertainty and the anxiety that goes with it.

    It's good though that these tests will be done quicker on the NHS - hopefully it won't be too long now before you get some definite answers. 

    Fingers and toes crossed for you for good results! 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator