My rapid weight loss ( 6 stone over a year) was extremely worrying so I made an appointment to see my GP to get this investigated. Initially my GP took some blood samples and decided that as the weight loss was so severe I should be referred to the hospital for further tests.
I was then contacted by a member of the Rapid Cancer Diagnostic Service team. I must admit I had not heard of this service and of course the word cancer can be worrying.
Georgia from the RCDS team took time to explain everything in detail and that took away some of my anxiety. My hospital appointments were quickly made and I was soon given more blood tests followed by a CT scan and X-ray.
A couple of days later I was telephoned by Georgia and given the all clear for cancer. However the blood tests did reveal that I had Coeliac Disease which means that I must now watch my diet and be careful with what I eat. I have also be given advice on this by dieticians.
The care and attention I received from all the staff during this process was brilliant. I have only admiration for the speed of this service. It all happened so quickly and with care and attention I can only be impressed. On other occasions when I have had hospital procedures I have been chasing the results, but not with the RCDS. Thanks to everyone involved with this process.
"I have only admiration for the speed of this service"
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