Ive recently been diagnosed with womb cancer
i have my operation on March 10th full Hysterectomy
is it normal to all of a sudden be experiencing major fatigue
I feel absolutely worn out an struggling to eat , when I do eat I want to be sick
but thus has only been last week and im also experiencing headaches the last week
Hi Tacky38,
Thank you for contacting us and welcome to the online community. I’m Lorna one of the cancer information nurse specialists on the support line.
I’m sorry to hear that you have not been feeling too well recently, while waiting for your surgery for womb cancer.
Fatigue is a feeling of tiredness or exhaustion. Cancer and the treatment for cancer can cause fatigue and is also referred to as cancer-related fatigue or CRF. CRF is a very common problem. How it’s managed depends on what is causing it. Before it can be treated, it’s important that it’s properly assessed. It would be helpful to talk to your GP or your clinical nurse specialist who can offer advice and support at this time.
We would recommend that if you have any new or worsening symptoms, like a headache or loss or appetite and nausea to contact your GP. They will be able to assess you and prescribe any medications you may need.
Some people with cancer feel well and able to eat normally. Sometimes eating problems may be related to the cancer itself. Depending on where the cancer is in your body, it can cause sickness, pain, or poor digestion. You might find our booklet eating problems and cancer helpful and the building up diet.
It’s natural to feel you feel anxious and uncertain when you have been diagnosed with cancer, this can add to your feelings of nausea and fatigue too. You might find No panic and Every mind matters helpful. Or you may want to take part in online sessions for relaxation and support. Or maybe a support group where you can meet face to face would more beneficial.
I hope this is helpful, please don’t hesitate to get back in touch with us if you have any more questions,
Best wishes
Lorna
Cancer Information nurse specialist
You can also speak with the Macmillan Support Line team of experts. Phone free on 0808 808 0000 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm) or email us.
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