3 month post treatment scan

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Hi 

I'm having my scans on Monday.. then 3 weeks later i get my result..

Ive been pretty positive throughout my whole journey but now im so scared..i have started to get pain back in my below area feels like something is pushing out of my vaginal and anal area and im freaking out that the treatment has not worked..I know not matter what I will deal with it.. but is scary.. imm trying to be brave fir my family and not tell them how I'm feeling but it's really hard..

I've also started to have a slight watery vaginal discharge.. reading up i think this is normal..but has anyone else had this ? 

  • Hi Squeak, 

    I think the fear and worry is totally understandable. After getting yourself through the hardship of the treatment, of course you're going to be anxious for the result... can imagine it will feel like a very long 3 weeks. Fingers crossed for you! Is there a nurse or your oncologist perhaps that you can discuss these symptoms with? Xx

  • Thank you for your kind words..

    I've spoke to gp who i don't think knew if it was normal or not.. I will speak to oncologist is 3 weeks.. hopefully it will pass quick x 

    Squeak

  • Hello Squeak,

    Yes, I agree this is a nerve-wracking time but try to keep reminding yourself that this is a highly effective treatment, and even if it doesn't show your tumour has gone at this scan, don't worry - it does sometimes take until the six-month scan to show clear. That has happened to many of us here, so try not to stress this too much right now and stay focused on looking after yourself.

    I was hyper-sensitive about everything, the slightest twinge, a small itch and I immediately jumped to 'Oh no, it's back!' 

    Your body is still healing and forming scar tissue and it takes ages to recover, so the symptoms you have could well just be part of that. If you are really concerned, you could ask your GP to have a look and just make sure nothing is pushing out.

    I had discharge for quite a while following treatment and I think that's quite a common symptom from what I have read here.

    Good luck for scans on Monday. Stick with this forum, there are some lovely people here who will help and support you  as you recover.

    xxx

  • Hi Squeak

    The waiting is the worst and what you are feeling is totally normal, we all want that 3 month scan to show its gone. Like Mrs Vanilla has said the treatment is highly successful so hopefully you will get the all clear. Have everything crossed for you. Sending hugs. Xx

  • Hi  ,

    The anxiety surrounding scans & results (scanxiety) especially in those early days is so traumatic. The way you’re feeling is something all of us that are post treatment can completely sympathise with I’m sure. Regarding the symptoms you’re experiencing it may be something as simple as a bout of inflammation, I had this on & off for quite some time after my treatment. Just to put your mind at rest maybe give your oncologist or if you have one your specialist nurse a quick call. 

    Nicola