Husband. . cancer ?

Hubby has been losing weight quite rapidly and persistent cough for a while so I got him to go to dr's eventually. A week ago last Friday had bloods then CT scan on the Sunday. Nurse rung Monday and said infection in bloods but they don't know what ? Then consultant rung from hospital on Tuesday said endoscopy on Feb 1st then dr's rung Friday they found a large cavity in his lung and said cancer or tb .now awaiting to see lung specialist within five days. We are both devastated but so confused and anxious everything is moving so quickly 

  • Hello Pudsey

    I'm so sorry to hear that your husband has been unwell and is now facing a possible diagnosis of cancer or TB. It's understandable that you're both feeling confused and anxious about things. 

    It sounds as if the Dr's are moving quite quickly to try and confirm a diagnosis and to see what the next steps may be so I'm glad that you're not having to wait too long for those appointments. 

    I'd suggest giving our nurses a call ahead of your next appointment with a Consultant. I'm sure they will be able to offer some advice and information as well as help you think about the types of questions that you may want to ask the Dr's. If you'd like to chat with them they're available Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Keep in touch Pudsey and let us know how you both get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

     

  • Hi Jenn 

    Thankyou so much for your advice. We have had sleepless nights already and will be pleased to get a diagnosis. Much appreciated for the phone number will contact them . I have so much I want to ask and need too know . 

    Will keep you updated. 

    Thankyou Pudsey

  • Hi hubby got a phone call from the consultants secretary on Tuesday to say the results had been looked at in detail from the CT scan and he's now got an appointment tomorrow with lung specialist .. he's pretty calmed it's me that's so anxious. Any advice . Pudsey

  • Morning Pudsey

    I just wanted to post a quick reply to let you know that I'm thinking of you and your hubby today. Whatever news he's given from the specialist, I hope that they're able to give you some reassurance about the next steps. 

    Do let us know how you get on if you feel able to. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

  • Many thanks jenn,been a sleepless night but hopefully some answers today . Will keep you posted . Pudsey.