Upsetting MRI - scared

Lululeo 8 hours ago

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I'm struggling a bit this morning after just reviewing results of my MRI last week that show my tumor has grown and there's involvement of one lymph node. This was after a Pet scan less than 2 weeks ago that showed a significantly smaller mass and no node spread. I'm supposed to start treatment Aug 3, but now I really wish I were starting this week instead. I feel like a ticking time bomb, and while I'm trying not to overreact I'm scared. To top it all off, this Thursday is my birthday and my adult kids were coming to stay with us for a few days. Now I feel like I'll be too nervous to be around anyone, and just want to start this damn treatment ASAP. Trying not to panic, but of course it's the weekend so probably won't hear from my doctors until Monday. Any words of encouragement for a nervous patient that is trying to get through this waiting game? Thanks.

Squeak. 7 hours ago

Im so sorry you have this news..weekends are especially long and painful when you need answers..

Can you speak to the oncologist on Monday morning so they can try to help with your fears..

You are in that in-between phase when you know you have AC.. but you dont know the full plan..

Hopefully on Monday your doctor or the colerectal team can give you some answers to allow you to process the treatment plan and journey.. its the not knowing that causes so much anxiety..

I know its easier said than done to try not to worry and to try to enjoy your birthday with your loved ones..have a glass of bubbles ..

We are all here for you through this journey so never ferl like you are alone..

Im sending big hugs

Please keep us posted..

Squeak

Lululeo 5 hours ago in reply to Squeak.

Thank you Squeak for your kind words. You're right that the wait is the worst part. I will try to keep a positive outlook and hope that nothing significant has changed with my treatment and prognosis. I wish there were a way to speed up time so that the treatment were underway already! I'm sure that's a familiar feeling for so many of us with cancer. Of course we all want the cancer GONE and to move on with our lives. But of course there's nothing to be done except keep moving forward. Thanks again.

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