This seems a long time to wait?

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Hi Everyone, Is it commonplace to have to wait 6 weeks for a pelvic ultrasound? I understood it was a 2 week referal...I am stressed enough as it is.

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  • Posted

    I guess it depends on where you are and the healthcare there. And also why you are having the ultrasound. I didn't wait that long.

  • Posted

    Hi Wainright

    I think it probably depends on your symptoms. In the UK, if they suspect cancer they put you on the 2 weeks express cancer pathway, which means you'll be seen within 2 weeks. If it's something else, you probably end up having to wait longer. Hope that helps.  xx

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    Hi becky & jane,

    I was referred by My GP after having a pink discharge 5 years post menopause.

    • Posted

      Then I think I'd look for somewhere else. 6 weeks isn't typical as far as in concerned. But I'm in the US.

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      Hmm... I would at least have a conversation with your GP, ask why they've referred you and why the appointment is 6 weeks away.  Or request a second opinion from a different GP.  What area of the country are you in Wainright?  J x

  • Posted

    May I ask why your gyne isn't involved in this? My gyne setup all my ultrasounds which were about a month out.

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    Hi wainright. Did you ever get your ultrasound?
    • Posted

      Hi 2chr, I have to wait another 2 weeks, which I am confused about! I thought you should be seen quicker than that...that is the soonest appointment the hospital have. How are you doing??

       

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      Wow. That sounds like an excessive wait. is that normal for where you live?

      I am doing ok. One day at a time.

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