Why am I so depressed waiting for cancer surgery to be scheduled?

The waiting period before surgery can feel overwhelming, especially when communication with healthcare providers isn't meeting expectations. This anxiety and frustration during uncertain times is completely understandable and shared by many people facing similar situations. Consider reaching out to patient advocacy services or asking for a nurse navigator who might provide better support and clearer communication about scheduling timelines.

The waiting is extremely hard. I found out I had cancer in February. My chemotherapy and radiation is not starting until April 23. Please try to get out and get some gentle exercise. Maybe a walk in the park on a nice day. Have lunch with friends. Be good to yourself. We are all here with you and we care! God Bless. My emotions are a Rollercoaster and I never know what will pop up: sadness, anger, despair, frustration and sometimes happiness and peace. Feel them all. This is normal. You are going to get through this. Sending a big hug your way.

I can relate. My husband was just recently diagnosed in May and we are just now starting treatment. The waiting game is brutal. I’ve had to implement things and force myself to get up and do stuff.

I can't work out how to reply to comments. I totally relate. I'm 6 months into my journey, cancer free now and beginning to feel a new normal. "If my cancer returns" is now a variable that we consider. We travel alot.

Antoinette, that is great news. I am just finishing up chemoradiation and have a repeat scan in a few weeks. My journey was complicated by blood clots in my legs and a few traveled to my lungs. Struggling now. But I am so happy you are doing so well. May God continue to bless you with good health and clean scans.