Hiya everyone, new here , I had cervical cancer last year , had a hysterectomy, radiotherapy chemotherapy and bacy radiotherapy it has been , o have just gone back to work , I only work part time , but struggling, as my feet and legs swell , I know I poked weight on too, I get upset , as I can’t do what I could do , just walking into work or anywhere zaps my energy , and doing the garden frustrates me as can only do half hour at a time x
I’m getting a bit down with this , and my friend told me about this community , wondering if anyone can give me words of wisdom xx
Hi and warm welcome to the Macmillan Online Community although sorry that you had to find us and especially sorry to hear about your post treatment challenges - unfortunately this often happens..... it can be a long recovery and much longer then you would won’t or even imagine.
A cancer diagnosis can be challenging in so many ways but talking with others who are walking the same type of cancer treatment journey will help you navigate this difficult time.
The Community is organised into cancer specific support groups so can I recommend you join our supportive Cervical cancer and Life after cancer groups as this will be a good place to connect with patients and families navigating the same type of cancer treatment 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.
((hugs))
