Hi everyone,
After a long five week wait I finally got my results and whilst not terrible, they weren’t the all clear I obviously hoped for. There was no cancer cells around my WLE and none in one lymph node but in the second lymph node taken there were
My Surgeon explained that these were tiny traces - the largest was 0.2mm in diameter and therefore unlikely to have spread further but they want to do a PET scan and then an appointment with oncology to discuss if further treatment is needed. She explained it as the best result possible other than a 100% all clear.
I just feel a little shocked and unsure how to take the news- on one hand she seemed very positive but on the other hand it all feels quite serious. I know I’m now at a higher risk of it recurring which at only 33 with a young child feels quite scary. I also wanted to know if I’m now classed at stage 3 as the melanoma had reached the lymph nodes? That in itself feels like a big step up.
Many thanks to anyone who reads and replies, sending everyone love and support during these difficult times.
Hi,
Thank you for your message 
️ all went well. It takes a while and can be quite boring as there is a lot of lying still and you’re not really able to do much to take your mind off things but it honestly wasn’t as bad as I worried it might be. The machine is open at both ends and didn’t feel as claustrophobic as I thought it might do - I’d just say close your eyes and pretend you’re in bed! It does get chilly in there so wear pretty warm clothes. Don’t be afraid to ask lots of questions.
Feel free to reach out in a private message if you’d like to know anything else. You will be fine.
Fingers crossed for speedy results for us both x
