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Thanks to all for the info, confirmed my feelings. I had one test scheduled for today and two more for next week - once I showed up and explained the situation, they were able to do all three tests this morning, so I had a bone scan, MRI and CT scan all together. Long morning, but will be worth it. Should be meeting with the oncologist next Friday (or sooner if I can move it up, since we'll have our results sooner than expected). Things are definitely rolling along now... Thanks again, Frank

Thanks, that's what I thought. Had to call back a few times, but I now have a slew of tests scheduled for next week, so things are rolling along. I won't be quite the "patient patient" that I have been so far... F

First time poster - I haven't spent much time browsing the boards yet, but this looks like a great resource. My question is, how long is typical to get a firm diagnosis after your very first doctor's visit? Three months ago, I reported an annoying dry cough to my pulmonologist. After an assortment of tests, including a CT scan showing at least one enlarged lymph node, a PET scan showing uptake in several nodes, and a needle biopsy, I was diagnosed with Adenocarcinoma, prob. Stage 3 or 4 (since it has spread to the lymph nodes), but they haven't yet determined the primary source (lungs are looking most likely, though). Mayo Clinic confirmed the local lab's findings. Have just been referred to Oncologist, who is reviewing my history, but no appt. scheduled yet. I'm guessing I have another month or two of tests to pinpoint the original source and come up with a trement plan. At this point it looks like it will six months from my first symptoms until I get a clear idea of my complete diagnosis and treatment, does this sound normal? I realize that there's no magic button to push and get a complete DX, but wondering about other's experiences at this early stage, and where to set my expectations. Obviously, I'm a little concerned that the disease has apparently already spread and six months seems like an eternity at this stage in the game. I was diagnosed and treated successfully for Hodgkins Disease about 18 years ago, so I've been down the road before. Don't remember it taking so long, though, and I'm wondering if I'm getting the best care I can. Any advice appreciated... Thanks, Frank