Out of my mind with worry [Please read the OP's updates before responding - Title edited by MNHQ]

[YourRubyMaker]

Someone please just give me some hope I’m so stressed I can’t function , my 10 year old since sept has had a limp in one leg then it became a weekness in his arm and hand on the same side , doctor was useless and made me do it as two separate issues and make another appointment!!! Didn’t take me seriously and Had X-ray on hips all fine (obviously 🙄 ) I went to see another doctor who said im referring it for urgent peadeatric appointment (great so helpful ) and he wanted to refer for mri but couldn’t , appointment comes thro and it’s in fucking June !!!! And that’s a urgent referral , in the mean time it’s got worse and now he can’t run and often stumbles and falls doesn’t use the arm hardly at all , have taken him back and they’ve now booked a mri brain scan for next weekend , which happens to be on his birthday of all days 😭 he’s mental health is shit as is mine and he’s obviously worried , how long does a brain mri scan take please ? And has anyone ever experienced issues like this and it not be something life threatening, I also have a toddler so am still having to be normal and do normal stuff where as I just want to lay in bed and cry

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Didnt want to read and run. Im a so sorry this is happening Sending you strength and love

I’m so sorry, sending love and hope and thinking of you all. 💐🌺🌷🌸💕

Most NHS consultants are also private consultants - so therefore NHS consultants are unlikely to be more expert, they are most likely both NHS and Private.

Dear child now has a diagnosis and I’m sure they will move quickly to secure any possible treatment.

What a shock for you OP. Sending love to you and your lovely boy x

oh my goodness I am so sorry. Sending positive thoughts for you all x

You are all in my thoughts and I wish you and your little boy and family all the strength in the world xxxxxxx

So sorry to read your updates OP, what an awful shock, hoping that your boy gets the best care possible and you are supported too

My daughter's basic MRI only lasted about 10 minutes. She has had two 3D MRI the doctor wanted to look at all areas of her brain. They took about 45 minutes. It depends on circumstances. When she had the first 3D one. The child before her was longer than expected. Someone came out and apologised for the wait. DD had to be put under so hadn't had breakfast.

Oh @YourRubyMaker - a hug and handhold from me too. Nothing you can do but keep going, sending you strength & hope.

Sending you lots of love.

Just wanted to tell you that my friend, who is a very healthy and thriving 35 year old, survived childhood cancer (and hers was serious).

She even was able to get pregnant against all odds (the doctors said she would never be able to bear children after the chemotherapy she had as a child).

Just wanted to let you know there is so much hope and positive stories out there xxx

Sorry to hear you have received bad news OP, thinking of you and your precious boy.

Just wanted to come on and say just because it’s a brain tumour doesn’t mean it’s the end.
My daughters friend was diagnosed with a brain tumour in reception. She is now in year 6 and in remission doing amazing.

A friends son was also diagnosed aged 14. He is now 17 and also in remission doing amazing.

My best friend was diagnosed 3.5 years ago. Hers is stable and she is doing amazing.

There are SO many different types of brain tumour. Some are benign. Some are not. Will keep everything crossed that your sons is a good outcome. Stay positive. There is life after brain tumour diagnosis

Just read your update didn't do sorry your going through this.😥

So sorry you are going through this 💖💖💖

Sending love to you and your boy. X

Sending all the love and positivity your way.

You’ve been such a wonderful advocate for your Son, OP. I will keep you all in my thoughts and wish that incredible strength you have shown so far is able to continue for you to fight this as a family ❤️

I’m so so sorry to read your update.

sending lots of positive thoughts & prayers

I have been following your thread from the beginning, I am so so sorry to read this news and what you are all going through, sending love and well wishes.

I am so sorry you are all going through this, I will be keeping you all in my thoughts, I hope a bed comes free quickly and treatment is quick and successful.

I am so sorry to hear this. I am going through something similar. There is a topic on Mumsnet on children with cancer. You probably won’t want to read it now, but if you need to feel less alone, maybe have a look - or DM me. I know only too well how you will be feeling - and there are others who do too, unfortunately. Sending you love, strength and solidarity.

Thinking of you and your family OP - I just can’t imagine what you are going through. What an awful shock. Sending lots of positive thoughts your way. I hope you get answers very soon regarding treatment for your son 💕xx

I’m so sorry to read this. Thinking of you and your family. I hope there will be a good outcome for your son. ❤️

So sorry @YourRubyMaker Sending you all love and strength. ❤️

So so very sorry to read your update OP. Praying for the best outcome for you and your DS. Thank god you know what it is now and can start to get treatment. No more waiting. All the luck in the world to you both and strength and courage for the journey ahead. Maybe someone can recommend some child cancer charities to help OP give this news to her son? Poor Mama. My heart breaks for you all.