Checkup

[Carnival567]

Well, I have just come home from my checkup and I have just been told by my kind lung consultant that the opacity they observed had been there originally and has grown. They are concerned it is cancer so further tests have been ordered. My heart problems preclude a biopsy so I am to have a PET scan, and further lung function tests. Let’s hope it’s an infection. The tests will be done soon of course, which is one good thing. Bit she’ll-shocked really.

[sassy59]

I can understand your shock Carnival but let’s hope it isn’t cancer. Thinking of you dear lady. Let us know how things go please. Xxxxx 💖

[Carnival567 in reply to sassy59]

I hope not too, but I know I will be well looked after xx

[Badbessie]

My thoughts are with you. I am in two minds to if a Doctor should say anything until everything is confirmed. I hope all goes well.

[Carnival567 in reply to Badbessie]

I would rather know what I face. This situation is just another d... thing! xx

[Badbessie in reply to Carnival567]

Braver than I, I always fear the worst but I hope you have a good outcome.

[pegbl]

I to would be shell shocked but do wait for the results of the tests you will be having. I think it's bad of your dr to say he thinks it may be, you wait for your tests could be lots of things. Hope all goes well xxx

[Carnival567 in reply to pegbl]

I would rather know the worst, but I do appreciate your concern. Thank you xx

[Hidden]

My dear Carnival, your concern is totally understandable.

Hope all the tests go well.

Thinking of you x

Fran

[Carnival567]

One thing about a possible cancer diagnosis in the NHS they don’t hang about. The pet scan will probably be done the week after next. Thank you for your kind thoughts xx

[Carnival567]

I could certainly do without it, but just one more thing to get through. I’m in good hands at Southmead. Thanks xx

[Kristicats]

I can imagine, what a worry let’s get the tests out of the way quickly. Lately though I find the consultants say certain words that there is no need. I.E.I was told last week I had pneumonia ( not true in the end) a bleed on the brain ( not true in the end). I hope it’s just an infection carnival that can be sorted quickly. Try not to worry too much, the sooner you know though the quicker it can be smashed.

[Carnival567 in reply to Kristicats]

Thank you, the doctor would probably have told me in a different way if I had not already been told about it when I had that brief stay in hospital a fortnight ago. I thought it was the result of infection, but apparently it was there before that. The scan etc will help to diagnose it, then take it from there. I hope you are feeling better now, you have had a bit of a rough time. All the best xx

[primrose123]

Try not to worry too much Carnival567,sometimes the end results turn out the extreme opposite of what was first thought,all tests must be taken before any positive diagnosis can be confirmed... I wish you well Carnival567 & Best wishes &God bless..xx Primrose123

[Carnival567 in reply to primrose123]

Strangely enough I am not too worried now because I have had such positive support from everyone here. It will get sorted one way or another. Thanks for your support too xx

[Fionafish]

Hope it goes well for you - best wishes x

[Carnival567 in reply to Fionafish]

Thank you xx

[Yatzy]

I do hope the test results come soon, but don’t cross the bridges in your mind until they do. Thinking of you, Carnival, and hoping for the best. Penny xx

[Murray58]

I agree re not crossing bridges but that’s hard to do at 3am so wanted to say I had a similar situation of a wait and see, it grew a bit, but I had a biopsy and it was cancer and they removed it and 3 years later I am doing all I did before. Everyone is different but wanted to let you know “the worst” may not be that bad at all

[joyce74]

Hope your tests result in an optimistic outcome. Know you will come to terms with whatever the results are and trust the experts to give you the best treatment x

[Piperava]

Fingers and toes crossed for you. Keep positive and stay strong and hopefully the results will be good ones. Take care. Anne

[Lleech]

It’s good that they’re investigating quickly. Let’s hope it’s good news . Try to stay calm until you have the results . Thinking of you x

[Volvo1951]

Keep strong I will be thinking of you ,you must have all sorts going through your head. Let’s hope that’s its just another chest infection. They have been known to be wrong, they told me in 2008 that I did have cancer 3 months later another doctor told me I didn’t after all the tests were done. So good luck my friend I will and have said a prayer for you

[MoyB]

Hoping for a positive outcome for you! xx Moy

[goat-lady]

Poor you - but as u say- cancer scares get u fast tracked. Really hope all turns out well.

[Hacienda]

keep strong & positive Hun, Mine didn't grow, so I could go on the Transplant waiting List. I have Tracking appointments every 3 months and all is fine to stay on the List. I was never Told it Could be Cancer. Only after further Scans and Blood Tests should anyone be told it is. Very Best Wishes to you. XXX

[helenlw7]

I fullly understand your shock! Not what you expect to hear from a check up! I hope your appointments for further tests aren’t to far off.

[jezz1953]

❤🙏

[Hazejames]

I hope everything goes well for you.

[Deedee111]

hi my names Dee . Sorry ur going through hard time but I went through the same very recently and mine was an infection. I know its easy to say don't worry cause ur going to but honest there's so many things it could be than the big C . Please let me know how u get on good luck warm wishes.

[Carkaisabellacolin]

Good luck !!hopefully its just an infection that is stubborn 😊

[ScouseTaffy]

Sending best wishes & positive vibes xxx

[Izb1]

You sound like you have your head sorted regarding this and it doesnt seem that you are too worried, which is great as this helps to stay postive. I hope it turns out to be just an infection and you get sorted soon. Keep us posted and stay strong. Irene x

[Hidden]

I wish you luck with good news

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Sorry for that finger missed letter

[Ergendl]

Hope the results are what you want to hear.

[HungryHufflepuff]

Thinking of you. I hope you get the tests done soon. Take care of yourself.

[O2Trees]

I have only just caught up after seeing today's post from you Carnival. Im hoping so much that the tests show nothing too bad. You take care and sending a big hug.

[Sandy-]

Hope all goes well xx

[Titchykath]

Fingers crossed and hoping it’s good news when you get the results. Southmead is good I go there. Just ct scan and heart scan caused dclo had declined, waiting on results. Good luck for your results 👍

[Bazmack]

Hi, Carnival567, I have just returned from seeing my respiratory consultant and was told there was some opacity in the bottom of my right lung. He doesn’t know what it may be so having another x Ray in 4 weeks to see if there is any change. He may then decide to do CT scan if still there. I am so worried as I had a cancerous thymus gland removed 3 years ago and fear secondary cancer. I was introduced to the MacMillan nurse which worried me even more. I know how worried you are so perhaps we can comfort each other.

[Carnival567 in reply to Bazmack]

I hope neither of us have anything to worry about. I had the pet scan today, results Monday or Tuesday. The doctor has promised to phone me. Lung function tests Wednesday. I am not surprised you are extra worried after having cancer of the thymus gland. Good luck xx

[Ccupcakes]

Really late reading this Carnival, will be thinking of you dear xxx