Hi everyone, I'm new to this but hoping for a little help. I was diagnosed with stage 3 cervical cancer over a year ago. Have had few surgeries, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and brachytherapy. It all happened so fast it seems like a bit of a blur. But even though my body is a little broken I am getting better. Even on my worst days I was never sad or down about it as I am a very positive person and have a family to look after. but lately I have been feeling panicky for no reason and have been having nightmares about my treatment and I am quite emotional over things that I wouldn't normally be. Does anyone have any advice or know if this is normal?
Hi Vall and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see you finding us and so sorry to hear about your post treatment challenges but I am pleased to say that you have found a safe place to find some support.
I have been on my cancer journey for over 21 years now so have had plenty time to deal with the initial nightmares and find a rhythm in life that does not focus on my cancer.
I found talking with other people who are or have been on the same type of journey helped a lot.
The Community has many dedicated support groups so can I direct you to our supportive Cervical cancer group and our general Life after cancer group.
Follow the links I've created above, join the groups, then hit ‘start a discussion’ and you are ready to go.
You could then copy and paste the information from this first post into your new discussion or you can just join in with existing ‘Discussions’ by clicking on 'reply'.
It’s always good to talk, so can I highlight the Macmillan Support Line on 0808 808 00 00 This service covers Emotional Support, and Practical Information mostly open 8.00 to 8.00
All the very best and a warm ((hug))
Hi and a welcome to you but sorry to hear the challenges you have been facing.
Yes, some treatments can be bad but you do have to remember this is all used to kill cancer but you have to wonder at times if you can survive - 21 years of treatment and I am still around doing good.
You don’t say what type of cancer you have but check this list for our Cancer specific Groups.
Follow the link I've created above, join the best group for your cancer type then hit ‘start a discussion’ and you are ready to go.
All the very best.
