Goblet cell carcinoma - survived but feel so angry

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Hi all,

in 2024 after taking myself to hospital on my birthday because I had pain by down the right side of lower tummy, was told it was my appendix so had them removed the next day . Was told they always send them off to be tested but dont worry it's a normal thing to do .

I went back to work , and after 3 weeks got a hospital appointment that was for endoscopy,  so went for the appointment where the consultant asked questions 

Then said do you know why your here  julie, i said no thought to have a camera down mt throat as had acid reflux bad .

Then told me im so sorry to tell you you have a very rare form of cancer called goblet cell carcinoma. 

The tumour was in your appendix and was touching your colon . 

Because it's a rare cancer you will be under christies at Manchester  who specialises in rare cancer. 

I say i was shocked is under statement .

Fast foward , After 1 major op 3 months later with hipec heated chemo, washes out the entire tummy with chemo.

They took out the peratneon (linning of tummy ) my overies and part of my colon. 

I am in remission, which is good news im very lucky .

However in so angry  , my body not the same , no motivation , I feel guilty for being like this as so many people are in a worse situation than me .

I beat cancer but im sad  and feel  frustrated and angry. 

WHY , I SHOULD BE THE HAPPINESS WOMEN IN THE WORLD .... 

Thxs

Julie

  • Hello Julie ( 

    A warm welcome to the Online Community although I am so sorry to find you joining us.

    I am so pleased to read your cancer has been sorted and you can say "I beat cancer". like you I am under The Christie in Manchester but still undergoing treatment. - I must say their service is amazing.

    I feel guilty for being like this

    I think now you have been sorted out and cancer free you are suffering from feelings called "Survivors Guilt" where you can walk away having had treatment and so many others can't. It's more common than you would think.

    When you have 10 minutes, make yourself a brew and sit down to read this paper:

    .After the Treatment Finishes - What Next?

    On the Community we also have a group you may well like to join for ongoing support and here's the link you need:

    Life after cancer forum 

    I hope the above helps and you can move on with your life.

    Best wishes - Brian.

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