Hello,
I am Donna, I have been diagnosed with HPV18 Squamous cell carcinoma, scans look clear - the tumour is 1.7cm and confined to the right side of my cervix. Stage 1B1. I am scheduled to have a hysterectomy a week on wed - they are taking the ovaries and lymph nodes at the same time.
Any tips on whats coming and how to handle it welcomed!
Hi DonnasCancerousDonut and welcome to our group.
That’s some username! It’s positive news that your scans are clear and the tumour is confined in your cervix. It’s also positive news that you can have surgery, although I appreciate that it’s never nice to have any cancer diagnosis.
Lots of the ladies in the group have had similar results and staging and have had this surgery, so they’ll hopefully come along to share their experiences with you. My treatment and surgeries were very different, but I’m sure others can help with support.
All the best for next week-take it easy when you first get discharged, with no heavy lifting or trying to do too much, and resting when you need to. Do you know if you are scheduled to have your op as open abdominal surgery or keyhole? That can make a difference to the recovery time.
Sarah xx
