Hiya all I was diagnosed with stage 1b1 cervical cancer on the 20th January.
After scans they have decided this hasn't changed or spread thankfully and have advised radical hysterectomy, I have the option to keep my ovaries or have them.removed.
Now this is the decision I'm not sure on, I'm 44 nearly 45 and have only had minor symptoms of menopause ie, increased periods and heavier periods.
Do I keep my ovaries or have them.removed, my op is booked due to cancellation on the 13th February so not long to think about it.
I've been looking at the pros and cons of both but I just can't decide.
Do any of you have any advice u could give me of your experiences etc please.
Tia xxx
Hi Tubsar and welcome to the group.
Things are moving very quickly for you, which is good, but it doesn’t give you long to get your head round everything and assess your options.
I don’t have the experience you’re looking for as I was post menopausal at original diagnosis and have had my ovaries removed as part of larger surgery. But hopefully some other pre menopausal ladies in the group who've been in your situation will come along and share their stories,
I wanted to welcome you to the group in any case, and my reply will boost your question to the top of the discussion list again. I hope you can connect with others faced with the same decision, and wish you well with your upcoming surgery.
Sarah xx
