I have spoken with my original surgeon today who did all my surgery on my colon,haven't heard off him in 12 months.
Asked how I was etc then said How's chemo going dr murakesh Has you on lonsurf and your due a scan yes I said then he said well thats your last resort I was like what my oncologist hasn't told me that so then I went into panic mode my poor daughter who's off with a broken foot got it all my panic my tears.
I just don't know what to think.
Hi HazG firstly what an absolute tool your surgeon was for talking to you like that! I’d be furious. If your oncologist hasn’t said that, I’d ask to speak to them, or your specialist nurse. I was given 6-12 months without any treatment, and had just a partial response from my “failed” chemo. Turns out one tumour has shrunk and the other has disappeared. I’d pretty much given up until I was told that. I’m not a natural complainer, but that would make me consider talking to PALS. I hope you get some reassurance soon.
Hi HazG
I would be absolutely furious too, his flippant remarks caused you unnecessary stress and anxiety
My husband has an arrogant liver consultant and he’s exactly the same obviously they both went to the same charm school
if it helps you then PALS is a good option.
Horrible man.
I hope you have a better day tomorrow
Sending you a hug
Ann
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