Gurley - Whoever you talk to about that second opinion, make sure you tell them how serious it is and that you are very anxious and stressed about it (even if you aren't). Tell them about your history and how urgent it is that you get a second opinion. Or if you have a very persuasive friend or relative, you could get them to call for you to explain how urgent it is that you get an appointment as soon as possible. Just waiting for something to happen can be very stressful and that doesn't do your health any good. When my son had an appointment two weeks away I was so anxious that my ex-daughter-in-law called for me and got the appointment moved up to the next business day! It can happen! They can move appointments around or fit you in between other appointments. Ask about cancellations. And let us know what happens.


Anne-Marie
CG to son, Paul (age 33, non-smoker) SCC Stage 2, Surgery 9/21/06, 1/6 tongue Rt.side removed, +48 lymph nodes neck. IMRTx28 completed 12/19/06. CT scan 7/8/10 Cancer-free! ("spot" on lung from scar tissue related to Pneumonia.)