Hi all,
i went to the doctors about 12 weeks ago with a pain in my chest, thought it was severe trapped wind as you do 
I was made an appointment for a ultra sound scan, wherthey found what they described as a small cyst, and referred to a urologist, where I had 2 ct scans with dye, it turns out to be a complex cyst Stage 3 about 7 cms on the outside of my kidney, it looked more like a brain to me , it was decided that a radical nephrectomy was the only option, which I took all in my stride, until now 3 weeks after the surgery, I am dealing with the pain, but what concerns me is a deep ridge under my skin where they took the kidney out is very hard and quite large, it is affecting me walking as it feels like a muscle tear on my hip, does this get better and go down in size, not that I should worry about that considering what I may have had, haven’t been told wether it’s benign or not that’s the news I will get on the 2nd of January ,
Hi and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see you finding us.
Having tests and surgery can bring a lot of stress, confusion and questions but talking with people who are on the same journey can help a lot.
Can I direct you to this link to our very supportive Kidney cancer group as this will open up your concerns to a wider audience who know exactly what you are going through at the moment.
Just follow the link I have created then hit the ‘Join This Group’ tab just under the main group name, then go to the 'Start a Discussion' tab and set up your very own Discussion and introduce yourself to the group and ask your questions.
You may find our various Macmillan Support Line Services to be helpful - call them on 0808 808 00 00 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.
All the best.
