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Hi all, Just joining to be amongst women who have experienced similar things. I was diagnosed with cancer in August - initially bladder cancer but 6 weeks later the Marsden decided it is cervical as there is HPV in the tumour. This is despite there...
Hi everyone, Stage 4 I have my 6th and final Chemo session in a couple of weeks and have been advised I will be continuing with Immunotherapy for the foreseeable (awaiting scans to see if radiotherapy will also be undertaken). I have been advised...
I've been diagnosed with cervical cancer and I start treatment on Friday, I'm so scared, and feel so alone,
Hello, I'm very upset and having trouble sleeping. I was hospitalised last night after an unstoppable period bleed (paramedics had to rescue me from my bath tub). After a couple of scans today I've been told very likely cervical cancer. There is "something...
Hi all, I’m 6 weeks out from finishing 5 weeks cisplatin chemoradiotherapy with 3 brachytherapy and concurrent immunotherapy for stage IVA cervical cancer I had a Nephrostomy inserted prior to starting treatment as the tumour (7cm) had grown around...
So the frustration of having to advocate for myself continues.. my consultant said in an appointment during treatment HRT will be discussed at a year follow up.. guess what.. at my year follow up she told me to discuss it with my GP but if they are cautious...
Hi, Has anyone with recurrent cc been on Libtayo? How did you find it, any side effects and how effective has it been ? All input welcome
I had radiotherapy and chemotherapy for cervical cancer 22 years ago. For the last few months I've experienced blood and clots when peeing. After various tests the doc has diagnosed radiation cystitis. Has anyone else had this?
Hi everyone, It's Emma here from the online community team. I just wanted to come on to the forum to let you know we now have a dedicated space where you can discuss symptoms and management of menopause. October is Menopause Awareness Month so it feels...
Hello Im 37 and a mum of 6. It all started a year ago after giving birth to my baby ,being postpartum I blamed my consistent bleeding and spotting on my hormones and settling on the contraception I was on. Doctors kept saying its hormonal let it settle...
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