Scared of going to hospital for scan

[snoopy6691]

Is it important to have CT scans during chemo/immunotherapy? OH wants to cancel in case catches Covid. Is this wise?

[RoyCastleHelpline Partner Ask the Nurse Roy Castle]

Dear snoopy6691

There have been lots of unexpected changes due to Covid-19 for so many patients awaiting investigations and continuing treatment. It is understandable very frustrating for you and the worry in the delay in having your follow up scan.

It would be a high risk for yourself going into the hospital unless it was absolute necessary and the guidelines are there to protect you and prevent you from potentially becoming seriously unwell with this.

It is understandable very frustrating for you and the worry in delay in having your follow up scan. I have placed some information on these changes from the group of charities called ' one cancer voice' :

roycastle.org/covid-19/info...

If you wish to discuss anything you can either email us at [e-mail] or call our freephone nurse led helpline number on 0800 358 7200

Kind regards

The Roy Castle Support Team

[snoopy6691]

phonedMcMillan Nurses and they said that it was protocol and that he did need to attend

So he'll be the one wearing every hat and scarf and gloves he owns.

Have to joke as otherwise we'd cry

[RoyCastleHelpline Partner Ask the Nurse Roy Castle in reply to snoopy6691]

Dear snoopy6691

If the hospital have advised then, the scan must be necessary to perhaps assess his next treatment round.

In the link I sent earlier from one cancer voice, it goes over what protective measures your husband can take going for his appointment.

All the very best

The Roy Castle Support Team

[RoyCastleHelpline Partner Ask the Nurse Roy Castle in reply to snoopy6691]

Hi snoopy6691

I meant to add that the Hospital will also be employing extra precautionary measures for their patients and themselves. Safe practice will be paramount for any appointment in each department.

Kind regards

The Roy Castle Support Team