Hi everyone!
I was just after a bit of advice, I had 2 big moles removed nearly 3 weeks ago and I have just received a message on the NHS app to say that I have a follow up appointment on 29th May.
This has sent my anxiety through the roof as I now so scared that it is for bad news!
Just wondered if anyone had a similar wait for bad news?
I have previously had 2 removed that were atypical and I didn't have to go in so obviously this isn't helping with it being a different experience!
I can't think straight.
Thanks for any insight x
Hi andisafc and a very warm welcome to the group which I hope you'll find is both an informative and supportive place to be.
I was diagnosed with melanoma over 8 years ago now so do understand the worry around waiting for your results. I was originally told that I should get them in 4 weeks but it was about 6 weeks before I heard.
"Never regret a day in your life, good days give you happiness, bad days give you experience"
Hi andisafc
Yes, I'm well thank you.
Ok, so it looks like we've ruled out a date for your results then.
It could be for a follow up skin check but we're only guessing.
The only way you'll find out is to speak to your consultant's secretary. If there's a contact number on the letter I'd give it a call, if not phone the hospital and ask to be put through to your consultant's secretary.
You are right that your mind immediately jumps to the worse case scenario. However, try to keep to the front of your mind that no amount of worrying will change the outcome but it will ruin the present.
((hugs))
"Never regret a day in your life, good days give you happiness, bad days give you experience"
