When I had my flexible cystoscopy the consultant said the mass was an unusual presentation and hoped inflammation but would need a rigid cystoscopy. I had that 2 days ago and received an electronic letter today for results appt 15th Jan. does that mean it’s cancerous if benign would they not just ring ?
Hi CCAT,As you have only just had the first investigations it would be usual to have a face to face appointment to discuss the biopsy results good or bad.It’s horrible having to wait but on the 15th you should know exactly what has been found and what can be done to help.I had a face to face appt when pre cancerous cells were found back in 2005 as the urologist had to explain what surveillance I would get.How are you feeling now after the TURBT ? The first few days are the worst for pain and tiredness.Jane x
Thanks Jane, feeling a bit better today. Felt wiped yesterday but have pushed and iced the Christmas cake. The wait is awful but it is what it is I guess. Think hving had by dad pass away within a year of bladder cancer diagnosis is playing on my mind x
Hi CCAT . Prior to Covid, nearly all appointments were face to face no matter what the outcome. Phone consultations came in to force during Covid and have lingered on since. Reading many posts across the board, things seem to be returning to normal with personal meetings so try not to read too much in to your appointment. Always best to have someone with you at these things as it can sometimes be hard to take things in. Always ask to be copied in to the meeting notes as things are easier to understand when written down. I hope you have a nice Christmas and all goes well with your results. Best wishes.
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