Hi All!
I would like to get a better understanding on how long it should generally take from diagnosis to treatment as I am a bit confused and worried by delays.
My diagnosis is GIII IDC, after a biopsy was performed at the end of October. I thought things would have progressed a bit quicker, instead 1.5 months in I have just had an MRI with the hospital that tried to postpone my second appointment with the consultant to hear the results and hopefully the treatment option. Now I should see someone tomorrow, fingers crossed it does not get cancelled.
I am a bit confused on whether NHS is handling it ok, maybe they are, but I am concerned the condition can worsens in the meantime. I also fear it was a bad mistake of mine not moving all the tests to private, when I asked the NHS consultant (I saw her once for 5 minutes to break me the news) said it would have not been quicker, I think it could have.
I am based in London, any opinion and suggestion would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
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