Macmillan nurse called me

Hi I got the same, a call from MacMillian nurse before I got my diagnosis, I thought is strange also,

I was diagnosed with anal cancer on the 10/01/22 start my treatment 21/2/2022. Keep in touch Louise xxx

I'm really sorry to hear that Louise hope your treatment goes well will keep u in my prayers ️ keep in touch and let us know how u get on and thanks for replying x

Hi Vicky 

I had/have a Mcmillian nurse also. I was diagnosed the same day I went to A&E for severe bleeding (cervical). After that day my Mcmillian nurse was present at all appointments and even came and visited me in the ward. 

They are a godsend, full of knowledge and just absolute angels. 

Jen 

Hi jen 

Rely sorry to hear of your diagnosis I'm glad they are being angels to u and looking after u ️ I was just confused why they called when I haven't been diagnosed yet and why doctor had asked them to ring I find out on 22nd what's happening keeping my fingers crossed. Really hope your treatment is effective please keep us posted on your recovery x

VickyF, I can see you are confused and worrying about the phone call from the Macmillan nurses prior to your diagnosis but they can be involved for support I think during the pre-diagnosis time. 

There are people on here who post in the various groups before they have been diagnosed with anything and they all have full access to the Macmillan helpline and info even if their diagnosis turns out to be something benign ie: not cancerous.   

Good luck for your PET scan results on the 22nd hon xx

Thanks allotment lover

Yeah think knowing other people have spoken to them have made me feel more at ease. I've had my scan last weekend it's results on 22nd keeping my fingers crossed x

Hea Vicky 

I am getting there thank you, one day at a time. Glad the treatment is over and getting stronger each day. 

I hope your PET scan has positive news for you xxx

Hi Vicky, Louise here, I’m starting my treatment on Monday going into hospital for a weeks cemo/radiotherapy. 

Be strong for Tuesday, I know I was terrified when I got my biopsy, but I’m more calm now after joking this group, as having such fantastic knowledge available to help people through their journey. Love Louise xxxx

Hi Louise

Good luck woth your treatment hope every goes OK please keep us updated on your progress and thanks for ur best wishes x

Take care and good luck with your treatment hon.  Be brave but that includes crying as crying is a brave thing to do.  Take all your comfort things with you into hospital what ever they are.  Time weighs heavily when you're in there so take distractions if you can, ear plugs in case others snore for instance!

Love and a hug to you for your treatment time hon xx