I am 51 and have o er the last few months os have experienced much heavier periods to normal. My last period i was bleeding for around two week. I then noticed some pink on the toilet paper when wiping, this led me to go to the doctors. The doctor examined my cervix and said that she saw a red dot. I have been given an emergency referral for a colposcopy.
I am absolutely terrified. The nurse looked concerned to me. I have not had any sign of bleeding or spotting for just over two weeks now. Although I didn't think i had many symptoms i am suddenly noticing a lot of dull aching in my lower pelvic area and I am getting breathless more easily. I feel sick with worry. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
I had advanced cervical cancer but had no blood in my wee at any time. I had frequent urgency to wee, but ONLY while undergoing radiotherapy treatment and this was quite normal. I never looked at google as it wouldn’t have done my mental health any good, so I relied on my doctors to tell me everything and how it would be dealt with. I trusted them to know best and google cannot diagnose you. It can drive you crazy looking at google with no diagnosis of anything, and I’d really recommend staying away if you can for your own sanity.
I use google on a very occasional basis now to clarify things I already know, but not to speculate on what “might” be going on. There can be lots of symptoms of advanced cervical cancer, as I know, having been through this cancer twice, and google will no doubt tell you all of them, but it doesn’t mean you have it!
Sarah xx
Thanks for your supportive words Sarah. You are right. I only have to wait until Thursday for my colposcopy so will at least get the ball rolling regarding getting some answers. I am so sorry to hear you have gone through this twice and I hope you are doing well none. Thanks again for calming my shattered nerves 
I am doing well thank you. I am more than 6 years beyond my original diagnosis, have had a lot to go through but I’m still here.
The mental stuff can be as difficult as the physical stuff I have found, so it would be good if you can find some ways of keeping yourself calm. I am a glass half full kind of person, and believe me it has taken me a lot of work to come to that position!
I try very hard not to focus on the negative-I acknowledge it’s impossible to feel positive 100% of the time, but I’ve learned not to worry about things which haven’t yet happened, might never happen, and things over which I have no control because no amount of worrying will change my situation.
Apps on your phone like Mindfullness and calming sounds can really help keep yourself calm and focused in the moment. I find these sorts of things really helpful so maybe you could try and explore ways to keep your anxiety down.
Sarah xx
I hope your appointment brings positive news, and you can move on from this anxiety and fear.
No matter what diagnosis you have, there will be support here for you and I’m always happy to chat and help you if I can. All the best for Thursday.
Sarah xx
