After five long weeks of waiting to find out if my liver resection was successful, I phoned the hospital to be told it was. What should’ve been a wonderful time was spoiled by the fact that the hospital had known for a week, and my appointment to discuss the results wasn’t for a further two weeks! I’ve calmed down now, but wanted to scream at them at the time. It turns out that there were three tumours, not the one that I was initially told. I don’t know how much of my liver had to be removed as I’ve got to wait for my telephone appointment in early November. I hope you all know that I am still incredibly grateful for my treatment, and our very stretched NHS.
I'm totally with you on that. It's a shame that the delay marred the moment, just hang on to the brilliant news. I'm at the beginning of my journey, and know that the time waiting for news is the hardest part. Good or bad, just knowing helps.
I really appreciate your response. I’ve read your profile so I know you genuinely understand what I was talking about. I hope you get to the bottom of your situation. I don’t have children, so can’t honestly understand how fearful you must be. I’ll keep everything crossed that it’s not genetic. It feels horrible to say that, as it’s like saying that I hope it’s just you. I tried to explain to my sister the difference between “stand alone” cancer, and secondary cancer, but she didn’t understand. When I visit my parents next week I will have to explain. Not a conversation I’m looking forward to. Do take care of yourself. I know saying try not to worry is ridiculous, but try and keep busy/distracted. Sending you lots of virtual hugs.
You are a lovely lady. You’re quite right about my parents. My dad already thinks I’ve suffered enough. I think I’ll have to play it by ear when I see them. There’s not really much point upsetting tm unnecessarily. I truly hope that you’re not kept waiting for answers regarding your situation.
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