Hi. I have been referred on the 2 week urgent referral scheme for suspected cervical cancer. I have a yearly smear test and was due one a few weeks ago but came on my period on 1st April and it hasn’t stopped since. I went to the drs last week and they gave me Tranexamic Acid which did nothing except make it more clotted. Went back yesterday and get this referral done. Yet I have no idea what’s going to happen or anything just waiting for a call. I’ve not been able to think straight since. I can’t sleep and have been constantly thinking about it. I know the statistics are 9 out of 10 will get the all clear. But can’t help but worry. I have had previous bleeding after intercourse feeling sick (although checked several times and not pregnant) felt tired and had on off pains in pelvis but feel deep inside (hard to explain)bloating and my stools have become loose most of the time. Just wanted to talk somewhere as my parents already panicked enough with just telling them I was referred so didn’t want to put this on them too.
Previous smears all clear except one in 2003 which is why I have them yearly.
Thankyou for listening.
Hi and welcome to the Online Community, although I am so sorry to see the circumstance that brought you here and so sorry to hear that you have been referred for suspected Cervical Cancer.
I am Mike Thehighlander and I help out on the Community and I will do my best to direct you to the best place for you to find the support and the help you need. On my long journey I found the best way to navigate the various challenges that a cancer diagnosis brings was by talking with people who are on the same journey.
My cancer journey was rather different but if you follow this LINK to our Cervical Cancer Forum you will be able to connect with people who understand the journey you are on.
Just join the group and hit the 'Start a Discussion' tab and introduce yourself to the group and remember to go to the right on the group home page and select how you want to receive email notifications when someone answers your posts.
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All the best.
