Skin Biopsy Results

Hi

i had a double skin biopsy at the end of January and I phoned to see if there was any progress with the results because the receptionist last week told me it could be 8 weeks for the results and to keep phoning every week. Today the receptionist said that the dermatologist had the results but is waiting on the official pathology report and I’ve to phone next week if I don’t hear anything. Any ideas what this means? Freaking out because it’s been just coming up on 3 weeks.

Thanks

Charlotte

  • Hi Charlotte

    Try not to read too much into this.  The dermatologist will need to be sure they have the correct results before talking to you and it is quite normal for them to need the official pathology report.  They need this to make sure they give you the right information.  When you are worried it is tempting to try and interpret comments made by the receptionist, but It isn't possible to try and work out what the results might be in advance.  

    Martin