To think the radiologist shouldn’t have said anything?

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So have a wide variety of symptoms, different conditions but new ones that need investigating.

Had an abdominal/internal ultrasound to check for cysts. Chatted generally throughout and how long waiting times are for gynae (I’m under them for endometriosis and not had an appointment for a few years, I understand Covid’s impact etc).

As I was getting ready to leave asked when would I get results and she said,
“You’re GP will get them within days, you’ve no ovarian cysts, your scans abnormal, but at least you’ll get that gynae appt quicker now!”

Not coming here looking for a diagnosis but AIBU in thinking she should’ve just said “you’re Gp will do receive the results in such and such time” rather than above?

Now I’m unnecessarily worrying about it. Doesn’t help my CA-125 blood test was abnormal. (Work in ED which doesn’t see gynae/peads etc and not asking a colleague).

Hi, I’m the OP, I’ll return later with an update and when I’ve had a chance to read the messages :)

Sorry it took me so long to come back, it turned out I had a small (most likely benign) mass on my ovary. Saw a lovely gynaecologist specialist nurse who referred me to a gynae surgeon, unfortunately that appointment has been rescheduled so many times! Finally seeing one on Thursday!

Its been a rollercoaster of a time with various health problems and now having many appointments within the last week/next week, so I can’t complain as I’m getting sorted :)

Thanks for update. Are you having further surgery?

@YeOldeTrout its all a bit of a mess.
I have an endocrine tumour that’s taken priority to remove, but now they’ve said I’m not medically fit for surgery & it would be too risky but haven’t been given a plan. The day before my op - so I was devastated.

Been referred to a haematology oncologist to rule out blood cancers as apparently that’s more pressing.

Seeing gynae surgeon on Tuesday so will see what they say. My lower abdomen pain is impacting daily life. It’s all a bit of a mess and my head is scrambled. Just got to put faith in the NHS and learn to be more patient.

Im in rural Wales and under many specialities spread over 4/5 hospitals that unfortunately don’t seem to communicate really. I have started bringing someone with me to appointments as it’s draining repeating and retaining info each time.

Sorry for the moan. Basically no further info and left in limbo. Hoping I’ll have more answers Tuesday 🤞

hope it goes well on Tuesday.

Yes I think they were wrong to say the scans are abnormal with no other explanation. I've had cancer and many scans before and after. The radiologists never said a word! That's how it should be. The consultant should explain the findings. They're the experts.

@saradika thank you so much

@SallyWD I completely agree - I had an ultrasound on my endocrine tumour and she commented it was big (same person), so I have mentioned it now. I’d already had CT scan and saw consultant so knew anyway, but she wasn’t to know that.
Sorry to hear about your cancer 😔
The many appointments and tests are so draining aren’t they! Hope you’re on the mend now?

I'm so sorry, you must be really worried. In what way weren't you fit for an operation? Is it something that will change soon?

Radiologists are doctors. Sonographers and radiographers are not doctors.

@MILTOBE they've said it’s down to my abnormal bloods. I’ve had a consistently high wbc that fluctuates in the high range but my inflammatory markers are normal. It’s been going on years but now they suddenly want it sorted.
I do have really bad bone pain, bruising & fatigue.
I get they’re being cautious but I’d rather my surgeries done & have whatever’s going on with my bloods sorted after.

My GP who is absolutely amazing agrees with me as some symptoms will be relieved having the tumour removed. She has written to the surgeon too.

Trying to remain positive and think everything happens for a reason.
It’s just frustrating as my bloods are always abnormal, it’s just typical they’ve become more abnormal.

The deterioration of the past few months is scary. I’m worried the longer I’m left the more “surgically unfit” I’ll become if that makes sense?

Sorry this is super long!

Oh don't apologise! It sounds really difficult - I'm glad your GP is on your side about the operation. It's crazy how the hospitals can't communicate - god knows who designed those systems.

It sounds so painful and worrying. I really hope you get the treatment you need soon.

Just read you e got your results hope you have a speedy recovery 🤞

Thank you both, I appreciate it 😀