Wendy Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 I received the results of my last CT scan and am confused! The doc stated that the scan was clear - great news..... Then she mentions that the couple little spots in my other lung haven't changed and there was a very tiny spot that was new from my last scan. Well this is the first I have heard of any spots in my lung on previous scans. I instantly panicked (Of COURSE). We discussed her comments further and was told that these spots are no big deal and nothing to worry about at this point. She kinda stated that they were floating reminants from the radiation/surgery and chemo. At this point I honestly can say I didn't listen any further to the discussion between the doc and my husband......I just shut down. Has anyone had similiar comments like this from their doc? My husband was convinced by the doc that it was nothing to worry about. Any thoughts? Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Boy, Wendy. These are the classic moments we hear about where a second set of ears at the appointment are a value. Smart woman to bring your husband. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Nothing new -- nothing to worry about -- I would believe it and go on from there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Wendy, If I were you, I would feel the same way, and wouldn't matter if it was for myself or my husband. We just don't like to hear that word "spot". I do think, however, that your husband's take on the appointment and the words of the doctor are probably accurate. If it was me, though, I know that I would call the doctor tomorrow and explain how the word "spots" upset you so much and could she be a little more specific and ask for a copy of the report. If you're still not satisfied, then it wouldn't hurt to get a second opinion. Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Wendy,I always go with the don't worry whenever I hear it.Take the good news and be happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenl Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Wendy, I'm with Peggy. I would telephone the doctor for clarification. Otherwise you will drive yourself crazy wondering and worrying. Wouldn't it be much better to have it explained to you again, and hopefully alleviate your concern? Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDianneB Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Wendy, I spent an afternoon in the ER last week (I posted about it elsewhere), and when the ER doc sat down to go over the CT results, he said "The spot on your liver looks better." THUD. What spot on my liver? Yikes! As it turned out, it's the hemangioma they found way back when, and yes, it looked somewhat smaller than before. Those are benign though, and when he said "spot" on my liver, I almost fell off the bed! Sometimes my skepticism with docs overwhelms my own ability to really listen and hear what they are saying though, so I generally try to write down all my questions. With the good docs I have, I can fax them to their office and we go over them next time I'm there, or the nurse or doc will call me back if it's something that needs attention. I'm also convinced that oncologists are somewhat like surgeons -- at least a good portion of them. It seems as though if you go to a surgeon, s/he will look for something to operate on. I think some oncologists are like that too -- no matter what they find, they are looking for cancer, and sometimes the very tone of their voice or an inflection or body language can really have an impact on their patients that they aren't aware of. Di Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted October 28, 2004 Author Share Posted October 28, 2004 Thank you so much for your input and support. I think I will call the doc's office and ask her to again explain it. THEN I am going to take a good book and take a long relaxing bath - jeez this cancer stuff is a roller coaster! Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted October 29, 2004 Share Posted October 29, 2004 Wendy, Hope the worry is over and that you accept at face value the report, good news are always welcome. Hugs J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie Posted October 31, 2004 Share Posted October 31, 2004 You are right Wendy. This cancer thing is a wild ride. People don't understand what the word "spot" can do to us. Hope you have a good weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted November 1, 2004 Share Posted November 1, 2004 Wendy, Sorry I missed this. Hope you were able to obtain good info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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