Hi, I’m new to this site, just found out 2 days ago that a biopsy taken from my nose was cancerous. They said I would hear within 2 weeks of the biopsy, so finding out nearly 3 months later has left me distraught. I can’t stop crying and I have had to tell my 18 year old and my 12 year old and trying so hard not to let them see me crying.
Hi and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see you finding us and even more sorry to hear that you had to wait so long for news....... so first a ((hug))
The NHS is great but at times this happens and information does fall through the cracks...... so note to self - in future keep phoning your team to make sure you are kept up to date with what is happening.
Any cancer diagnosis brings a lot of stress and confusion but talking with people who are on the same journey can help a lot and will reduce the whirlwind wind that is rushing in your head. But I see that you have joined our Head and neck cancer forum. Tis is a good place to connect with people who understand the journey you and the family are on. You can ask the folks questions about tests, treatments and what to expect during the months ahead.
Follow the link above and connect in with these folks. You can either go to the 'Start a Discussion' tab just under the main group name. Set up your own Discussion and introduce yourself to the group - you could just copy an paste what you have in this first post. You can also have a look through the various threads by going into the ‘Discussions’ section.
You may want to talk with someone now so go to our Helpline on 0808 808 00 00.
You may find our various Macmillan Support Line Services to be helpful - This free service covers Emotional Support, Practical Information. Clinical Information, Financial Support and Work Guidance mostly open 8.00 to 8.00 but check the link.
We also have our ‘Ask an Expert’. section where you can post questions to our mostly Volunteer Experts but please allow 2 working days to get a reply.
Our Online Information and Support Section is a good place to find information covering cancer diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers.
Talking to people face to face can help a lot so check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support Groups in your area or a Maggie’s Centre as these folks are amazing.
When you feel up to it try putting some information in your profile. This really helps others when answering. It also means that you don't have to keep repeating yourself. Just click on YOUR username, select 'Edit Profile'. Put as much or as little in your profile and you can amend it at any time - you can see members profiles by hitting our forum names.
All the very best.
