@tk121
Greetings! I’m glad you stumbled upon us. Welcome!
You might ask your hem/onc doc at what threshold would there be concern. I know exactly what you mean about pre-visit anxiety. I had labs and scans on Thursday as a matter of fact. Typically I am a bit anxious until after I see my hem/onc guy.
Early on, my numbers creeped up and I asked him about the threshold of concern. He took the time to explain his reasoning and I did a bit of reading on my own which reenforced his strategy. I am 72 but definitely NOT in the “hey you have to die of something” camp. I want to know that there is a plan that I can be on board with.
If your hem/onc doc is unwilling or unable to explain the plan to your satisfaction, you might ask for a second opinion. Can’t hurt.
I am convinced that anxiety contributes to my overall health negatively. I make it a point to avoid it whenever possible and to seek out useful information from my providers.
You can ask for a chat with your doc by phone, telehealth or in person before your next appointment if you are stressed. Does that make sense for your situation? Will you let me know how it goes if not earlier, in August?