After 15 sessions of radiotherapy for cancer of the vocal cord around Christmas time. I am still waiting for the result! I had an appointment to see the consultant in April which was then cancelled, and another appointment was made for the 6th of May, I had a letter on Friday once again cancelling that appointment and saying they would send me another appointment I realize there is a backlog because of covid but it is leaving me with anxiety. Thank you all for your replies
Hello again Viv. That really does sound unacceptable
Do you mean an examination by scope or a scan?
I think it's time to put in a formal complaint through PALS as it seems you have slipped through the system. You won't compromise your care at all and it will get things moving.
Dani
Base of tongue cancer. T2N0M0 6 weeks Radiotherapy finished January 2019
PALS is where you can lodge a complaint about the care you have received/receiving. I definitely would not be happy with them cancelling appointments as follow ups are just as important as getting a diagnosis.
Due to my experiences I find I have to be a bit more forward and make sure my worries and concerns are heard. Due to what has happened recently I am actually going to have a conversation with my consultant on the way I am feeling.
Well done Viv. no one should be waiting for appointments after treatment. I had to get pals involved with a different thing they responded quickly you should hear something in next few days.
Hazel x
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