On 29th December I received my diagnosis by phone, not ideal, but I understand and accept that it was due to a shortage of face to face appointments.
I was told I’d see a surgeon in one to two weeks, and that surgery would take place within four weeks.
Thats three weeks ago tomorrow. My voicemail messages last week weren’t responded to so I emailed.
Yesterday a nurse rang and told me she didn’t know I hadn’t been seen and said that on 30th December she’d requested an urgent appointment for me. She was very apologetic and told me to complain, telling me nurses are on their knees but management aren’t listening, but if patients complain they’ll have to listen. I’m reluctant to criticise the NHS because I firmly believe that the majority of staff, especially those on the front line are doing their best.
I’ve submitted my complaint, but I still don’t know when I’ll be seen.
I can’t help but worry that my 6mm DCIS might begin spreading during the delay.
