I had excessive bleeding last week and went for a us scan on Monday were I had another excessive bleed,I seen the gynaecologist on Wednesday and there is something on my cervix she performed a biopsy and now I have a long wait for my mri scan,I am not coping well at all I have heightened anxiety and been prescribed tablets to help but still cannot sleep at night ,is there anyone who can help me to try and help with any suggestions which can help calm me down.
Hi Debra. I'm so sorry to hear you are going through this. I was diagnosed with cervical cancer last August after a routine smear and colposcopy with biopsy. The anxiety whilst waiting is horrible, all I can suggest is talk about it as much as possible, try to take each day one at a time. As hard as it is try not to worry about not sleeping find a new series on Netflix or buy a new book to distract yourself when you are awake.
I really wish I could be more helpful. But I'm here for you to talk too. Xx
Thankyou so much for your kind words,I am struggling so much at night time,well allthe time really constantly taking over my mind. I tried music through headphones last night which helped a little but so so tired and no energy just really want to feel a bit normal if you know what I mean xxx
I know exactly what you mean. It's so draining just waiting and worrying. People will say try not to worry till you know what's wrong but that is easier said than done. I absolutely hate it and you just feel like you're in limbo. I really wish I had the answers for you. But know that you're not alone. Xxx
Yes it's the thinking the worse scenario all the time, had a better sleep last night but then woke up worried as I've no tablets to help me tonight now so rang the docs and I'm going in this aft so hopefully they can help me more with the anxiety. It's my first time alone this morning since my biopsy so really trying to not stress . I've got a new book on my kindle so I'm going to read that hopefully have a little sleep then get up.i need to get myself into a routine,Thankyou so much for being there for me I really find it a great comfort xxx
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