Well done, Mahjah, for picking up on that. Understanding the timing of the appointments, tests, and surgeries was something I needed clarity on too. My surgeon mentioned that if I'm under public health, the surgery would be scheduled within a maximum of 4 weeks. However, it actually took 6 weeks after the diagnosis. Nonetheless, both my MRI and CT scans were conducted in the first week following the diagnosis.
Following the lumpectomy surgery, I had an appointment with the surgeon after 12 days. During that meeting, I was informed that a re-excision was necessary, which was then scheduled for another 6 weeks after the initial surgery. The waiting time worried me considerably, so I sought clarification from my surgeon, McGrath nurse, and GP. They all reassured me that it was acceptable. While the waiting period is longer under public health, I don't believe the medical team would endanger our lives due to that fact. And I still do not know what my treatment would be after the re excision. I just try to be patient. I also believe that the type of cancer plays a role in determining the treatment schedule.
It's crucial to ask all questions to your surgeon, GP, and ensure you have the support of a McGrath nurse. and of course always get in touch with us, other women on this network as we are on the same boat.
