Colposcopy waiting list, been told it could be 17 week wait

Hello, I need an advice please. My smear test results came back with borderline changes and HPV virus. After 4 weeks of waiting, I still haven't receive my colposcopy appointment yet. After contacting my GP, I've been told that because of pandemic, all staff has been deployed to fight with coronavirus and waiting list is for colposcopy is 17 weeks!!! I'm single mum with 3 small kids. Before I was quiet relax about situation but my anxiety right now, is through the roof. Is it not by law that I must be seen within 8 weeks? Thank you

  • Hi Kasiec,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm sorry to hear that you're experiencing such a long wait. Unfortunately this is quite common at the moment due to the issues experienced over the last year. I know this is difficult and frustrating and I hope you do end up getting an appointment sooner.

    If you feel you'd like to talk to anyone about your situation or you have any questions about what you've been told so far, our nurses are available on 0808 800 4040 (Monday-Friday, 9-5).

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator