Something else to worry about!!!

woodbon
woodbon Member Posts: 4,969
edited 9. Nov 2010, 18:50 in Living with Arthritis archive
Hi Everyone, Just when I thought it was safe to go out alone, I opened a letter on Monday, as I was leaving to see my GP to say that I have to go and have an ultrasound scan. I don't suppose anyone remembers, I know I hardly do, that I had an MRI on my pelvis and it my rheummy contacted my GP, as I needed an ultrasound scan on my left overy to see whats going on. My GP responded that as I'd had my overies removed 25 years ago, she wasn't sure what to do. I heard nothing for about a month or so. The rheamies sec said she would speak to the consultant and see what was going to be needed as she could see the problems in the reports. I happily forgot about it as it was all serveral months ago but, on Friday 12th I have to go for the scan. My GP says its may be an old scar on the pelvis or an area that they want to look at again, but she said that she honestly couldn't work it out either and had tried to read it up!!! Shes very nice. She told me not to worry! Ha Ha! Said it is unlikely to be cancer or anything much, it could be an old patch of active endometrosis, which is why I' had the hysto and overies removed, that can carry on growing, fed by the HRT patches, but again its not common. Anyway, just thought I'd share that as I've been quietly worrying!!! :oops: Doc said I did the right thing with the Physio, when I told her, she said 'well done! Love Sue

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  • bertyboy
    bertyboy Member Posts: 1,860
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    hi Sue try not to panic to much i know its easier said than done , will be hoping it goes well on the 12th for you xx
    I know i am a lady ,all life is a journey xx MAY xx
  • salamander
    salamander Member Posts: 1,906
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Sue, It could just be scar tissue/adhesions. I've had the same thing and it turned out to be just that. Try not to worry as berty says.
    Sal xx
  • dorcas
    dorcas Member Posts: 3,516
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Sue,
    It is difficult not to worry! anything that's not yet explained or diagnosed always puts us in a bit of a spin doesn't it.
    If you can... try not to get too anxious, after all as berty and sal said, there may be a very simple explanation.

    At least you've not got weeks to wait until the scan... and you know we'll all be with you, either in spirit or in your pockets. :wink:
    keep your chin up!
    (((hugs)))
    Iris xxx
  • skezier
    skezier Member Posts: 11,333
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Sue,

    Flower there are so many things it could be it doesn't have to be anything drastic. I am sorry though cus it does seem a bit endless for you there.

    I can only echo the others and be in your pocket if you need. Leaving you a ((((( ))))) and so many hopes you can stay calm flower. Luv Cris xx
  • speedalong
    speedalong Member Posts: 3,315
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Sue, not surprised you are worried, the unknown is always worse than knowing. Roll on the scan, so that you know more. Try and keep as busy as possible. Take care,

    Speedy
    I have had OA since mid twenties. It affects my hips and knees. I had a THR on the left aged 30 and now have a resurface-replacement on the right - done May 2010.
  • woodbon
    woodbon Member Posts: 4,969
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    hi, Thank you for the replies. I've been OK until today, getting a bit close, I suppose! My head tells me one thing but my heart something else! I'll feel such a fool if its nothing, but a very grateful fool! It shows that the rheummy, although I didn't like him, took the trouble to refer me and he wrote a short personal letter, explaining why why he'd referred me, and the letter was a reassuring and thoughtful touch. I'll be careful with all of you in pocket,because what would we do without each other? Lots of love, Sue
  • skezier
    skezier Member Posts: 11,333
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Sue,

    OH we are ok with the pocket thing.... I bring a sheep as well but we do have a cage...... :wink:

    You take it easy and I am glad that he explained it to you and it was a bit reassuring.

    hey if its nothing your not a fool ok!!

    More ((((( ))))) and hopes Love Cris xx
  • barbara12
    barbara12 Member Posts: 21,281
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Sue
    It is natural to worry, but it wont be long now, and I will be in your pocket with all the others, can I share with Crises sheep, it will be nice and warm. :)
    Love
    Barbara x
    Love
    Barbara
  • julie47
    julie47 Member Posts: 6,041
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi sue

    sorry the letter knocked you sideways, just as we all think we have escaped the dreaded brown envelope (mine are brown) one appears.
    I wish you luck for friday and hope the scan proves to be nothing.
    I will be in your pocket too.
    Take care
    Juliepf x
  • dreamdaisy
    dreamdaisy Member Posts: 31,520
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    skezier brings a sheep, I bring strawberries and fizz, which I have to keep away from said beast! Of course we will be with you in spirit, woodbon, these things are unsettling - the dreaded what-ifs will be flying round your head, I have no doubt - yup, I can see a cloud of them from here! Whatever that scan shows, whatever bridge you might have to cross, you know that we will be with you every step of the way. DD
    Have you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben
  • dachshund
    dachshund Member Posts: 9,183
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Sue.
    i will be there as well.
    shall i bring some rolls and soup to keep you and us warm.
    take care and try not to worry.
    joan xx
    take care
    joan xx
  • woodbon
    woodbon Member Posts: 4,969
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hello, You've really made me smile, you're all great! :) I'll have to buy a new coat or something with HUGE pockets!!! :lol: Love you all, Sue xxxxx
  • cebeem
    cebeem Bots Posts: 472
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Good Luck Sue ...I had a similar discovery and the consultant radiologist explained that where surgery had taken place a small kink occurs when healing! Will be thinking of you on the 12th.
  • ironic
    ironic Member Posts: 2,361
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Sue,
    So sorry that you have had such a shock, but it is good that you will have so little time to think about it.
    Will there on the 12th. Keep busy til then and hopefully you will get the results back quickly.
    Lv, Ix
  • magenta
    magenta Member Posts: 1,604
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Best of luck Sue,I'll be thinking of you,
    Magenta x
  • lupin15
    lupin15 Member Posts: 2,182
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Good luck and my thoughts are with you. have been down this trail and the waiting is always the worst bit XXXXXXXX

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