Hi,
I had a hysteroscopy last Thursday due to a one off episode of spotting and was told by Consultant that all looked healthy but that a polyp had been removed. I received a phone call yesterday to say I have to attend an appointment tomorrow to discuss biopsy results. I am absolutely terrified and struggling with anxiety as to why I have been called in so quickly. Can you help me understand why they would want to see me so quickly.
Thank you.
Hi Barb,
Thanks for getting in touch. My name is Sarah and I’m one of the cancer information nurse specialists.
It’s reassuring to read that the consultant said everything looked normal on your hysteroscopy. Sometimes it can be difficult not to read into things when the results come in sooner than expected.
Depending on how many biopsies the pathologist has to examine and report on can be an indicator on when people get the results. It may be at the time of your hysteroscopy they didn’t a large number to examine.
Please be reassured that the way you are feeling is completely normal. Most people who contact us say that the waiting for the results is the worst part as this is when all of the ‘what iff’s’ start to come into mind.
This is also a time when people start to reach for the internet for results. Sadly this is the worst thing they can do as there is so much information on the internet, people tend to be lead down a rabbit hole of information that may not even be relevant.
The best advise at the moment is to try and keep busy for the rest of the day and up until your appointment. This will help pass the time more quickly and help keep your mind occupied.
I really hope this information was helpful. Please know, you can always give us a call to talk things through further.
Take care and best wishes,
Sarah (Cancer Information Nurse Specialist)
You can also speak with the Macmillan Support Line team of experts. Phone free on 0808 808 0000 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm) or send us an email or use webchat.
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Hi Barb,
Thank you for getting back in touch. My name’s Donna, a colleague of Sarah’s and also a nurse on the support line.
I am sorry to hear that the results of the biopsy showed cancer in the womb lining. After a cancer diagnosis it is not unusual to be very anxious. It can cause a range of emotions and uncertainty.
The earlier a cancer is diagnosed and treated the better the outcome.
The MRi is a normal part of the diagnosis. It is important to get the whole picture before the gynaecological MDT meeting. After the MDT you will have a consultation with a surgeon/Oncologist to discuss the findings and the treatment that is likely to work best for you.
It can be helpful to prepare for this consultation. You probably have lots of questions. Understanding what is happening, and why, can make you feel more involved in your care. It can also make it easier to make decisions.
It is hard to focus on much else when you are going through this Barb. If you can, talk openly about your feelings with people you trust. It can help you feel less anxious and frightened. Try to start a conversation and say how you feel. You may be surprised at how willing people are to listen and support you.
We have a womb cancer forum on our Online community. This is a safe space to talk to others going through a similar experience. You can also give us a call if you require further information and support.
Take care and best wishes,
Donna
Macmillan Cancer Information Nurse
The Macmillan Support Line offers practical, clinical, financial and emotional support. You can call us free from landlines and from most mobile phone networks on 0808 808 00 00, 7 days a week, 8am – 8pm or contact us by email or webchat.
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