Struggling with the tests and waiting

The CT scan was the absolute worst wait of anything throughout my entire cancer diagnosis and treatment. It is utterly terrifying and you cannot stop your mind from racing to worst case scenario. 

There is nothing anyone can say to make it easier other than we have all been there and been just as worried.

It is all-consuming.

It is fairly routine to do the scan I believe. They need the full picture so that they can tailor your treatment so it is good thing they do it, but the waiting for results is horrific.

Do you know when you will get your results? I was lucky and had my oncologist appointment already booked for a week after CT scan so I knew I would get results then. 

Thank you for your reply. Its good to hear from others and that its a routine test. I have no appointment yet as I have 1 more test to do but hopefully soon and the secretary will call me. As you say the waiting is horrific. Just hoping once there's a treatment plan I'll feel a bit better. 

Hi Heartkat

The waiting is most exhausting part, the stress unbelievable. Try to not overthink if you can, I know it's hard. If you need to speak to someone, ring macmillan helpline or use the Breast cancer now 'someone like me' helplines too. It does give you some comfort and us here of course! 

You need to just concentrate on the facts. Don't ever think you're alone. It may seem a lonely place and you're just hoping it's all a nightmare you can wake up from...be kind to yourself and take a step at a time! All of us here know what it's like (((big hugs)))

C x

Hi Hartcat,for now just take care of your head,you can,t help the body so leave that to them,this was my approach and suited me well.Good luck x