Hi all. Had a hysteroscopy in late November and got a text yesterday to say I had an appointment with the gynecology dept today. Knew it was going to be bad news, given the short time between the notification and the appointment. Seems I have grade 1 Endometrioid cancer. Next stage is MRI and CAT scans to see whether the cancer is localised or if it has spread. Treatment appears to be a hysterectomy. Just wondering if anyone knows what the prognosis would be if no treatment is undertaken ie if I don't have the hysterectomy? I have a progesterone coil fitted and wondered whether that, along with lifestyle changes (diet, exercise etc.) would help the cancer disappear on its own or, at least, delay any spread for some years to come.
I'm really not keen to have the operation, if it can be avoided, and, at 66, feel that I'm old enough to not worry about having time left. I've no kids to worry about. Any thoughts on not having a hysterectomy and just seeing what happens?
Hi Cheryl im sorry about your diagnosis. I have no experience or knowledge of your cancer and i feel its something you should discuss with your doctor. Obviously it is your choice as to what treatment you do or dont have but just wanted to say 66 isnt that old you have plenty of life left. Sending hugs. Xx
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