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Ct scan shows and biopsy needed...does this mean cancer?

Angie55
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I would appreciate some advice please.my father who is 75yrs old had had an armpit lump over a month now..

He had a ct scan a few weeks ago and a biopsy on Monday..

The results of the ct scan have highlighted that the lump needs to have a biopsy..which we have already done..

We are now waiting for the results anxiously..the lump has shown up on the ct scan..does this mean there is likely to be cancer there..

Has anyone had a positive outcome ?I'm really scared for my dad..

Need your help.thank you

  • Hi Angie, 

    I noticed you are anxiously waiting for your dad's biopsy results to come through so I just wanted to offer you my support and let you know I'm thinking of you.

    Many of our members know how tough this can be, especially when the mind starts to think the worst, so you are not alone and I'm sure some of them will be along soon to offer their support and advice.

    I hope this article on how to cope with waiting for news will help keep your nerves at bay as well but if you'd like to discuss any of this with one of our nurses, they're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    We'll have our fingers crossed for a good outcome Angie.

    Best wishes to you both,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Offline in reply to Moderator Steph

    Hi Steph

    Thank you so much for getting back to me.ill read through the information in your reply.

    We have been told dad needs a PET scan..this is making me more nervous. 

    Thank you for your support.

    Kind regards

    Angie 

     

     

     

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