Hi Poppy - Doctors/consultants often seem to speak in what I call “Doctor language”, and they forget that their patients don’t always understand. I’ve had appointments and letters where I’ve had to ask them to clarify as their terminology can seem alarming sometimes. I’m sorry I can’t help with your question but would suggest you either try to get hold of your oncologist, or sometimes you can speak to their secretary and email a question for the consultant, or call the nurses on here for advice.
I hope the bruising on your stomach clears up quickly and that all is well once you have had your scan. Evie xx