Am in shock! Had a full hysterectomy because of pre-cancerous cells. Surgeon asked me to see him yesterday when he said results had come back and I did have cancer. I have been advised to have radiotherapy as a back up and to try and stop it coming back. Anyone else been in this position? I had breast cancer 20 years ago and never looked back so it is a bit of a double whammy but I’m determined to get through it again. I’m confused as the surgeon says i don’t have cancer now as they have got rid of it but why am I having radiotherapy? Was too upset to take it it yesterday. Feeling ok this morning though!
Hi NSS and warm welcome to the Macmillan Online Community although sorry that you had to find us and especially sorry to hear about your new diagnosis.
A cancer diagnosis brings many questions but talking with others who are walking the same type of cancer treatment journey will help you navigate this challenging time.
The Community is organised into support groups so can I recommend you join our supportive Womb (uterus) cancer group, this will be a good place to connect with patients and families navigating the same type of cancer journey.
To join a group just click on the link above then choose 'click to join' or 'join' (depending on the device you're using) on the page that opens.
You can then introduce yourself by putting up a ‘New Thread’ or hit the box with the X on the top right (phones), you could just copy and paste the text from this your first post. You can also join in with existing ‘Discussions’ by clicking on 'reply'.
It’s always good to talk and the Macmillan Support Services provides lots of information, support, financial guidance or just a listening ear.
Most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week and it's free to call on 0808 808 00 00 have a look by Clicking here to see what is available and we also have our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two working days for replies from our expert team.
To find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers can be found on our Online Information and Support Section.
((hugs))
