Living with and beyond cancer

Even if your cancer has been completely cured, we will continue to monitor you through routine surveillance for up to 10 years.

This will include a mixture of blood tests to check your tumour markers and CT scans, as well as any other investigations which may be appropriate.

These appointments will be more frequent in the first year or two when they will be every three to four months. This will then extend to every six months and then annually.

 

What do I do if I am worried my cancer has come back?

If you have any symptoms or concerns contact your clinical nurse specialist. This can also include if you have ongoing problems as a result of your treatment.

 

The following are symptoms that will require investigation:

• Any new lumps and bumps found during self-examination
• Back pain
• Abdominal pain

 

What will happen following my phone call?

  One of the following may be suggested:

• A clinic appointment for assessment
• A GP visit
• Reassurance that nothing further is required