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It's a while since I wrote anything to the community as life seemed to be without trauma. How wrong I was. I lost my partner through cervical cancer back in May 2022 and treasure all 22 years of great memories we made and have not got my head round...
Hi, I thought this would be the best place to ask beings as Google has directed me here. Had a smear that came back stating - "High-grade dyskaryosis ?invasive squamous cell carcinoma. Unusual presentation as numerous fibre & tadpole type...
I need a pet scan prob next week then a treatment plan goes in place I can’t believe it apparently the tumour 45mm & they treat to cure it feels a little surreal and I’m staying strong for my children . That don’t know yet . They have said they...
Hi everyone, I’m new to the forum but sadly not new to Cancer. I am currently living with metastatic cervical cancer (stage 4) with brain mets. I was initially diagnosed with stage 3 adenocarcinoma cervical cancer in May 2023. I have had PCOS for many...
Hi!! I’ve recently been diagnosed with stage 3c1 CC , it’s still very much a shock and I’m extremely anxious and very scared of what is ahead for the next few months . I will be starting the combined chemo then chemo radiation then the brachtherapy...
I had cervical cancer 17 years ago resulting in radical hysterectomy. A friend who had a similar result contacted macmillan about current symptoms and was informed about secondary cervical cancer. I have never heard of this either so hi to all on this...
Hello I’m just wondering if anyone has had the same symptoms as me , and what there out come was prior colposcopy A dull / abdominal ache persistently High risk hpv from smear bleeding during and after intercourse a sharp stabbing pain...
I finished 5 rounds of bracytherapy 2 weeks ago, and I’m finding that, apart from being a bit sore, I have constant vaginal itching that is driving me mad. Does anyone have any advice on creams that can prevent this?
Hi everyone In really scared. My GP has found a large mass on my cervix and I've got an appointment for a colposcopy. I just wondered if anyone can tell me how long it takes to get the results back? I can't seem to find an answer online! Hugs to everyone...
Hello, I was wondering if anyone has any experience of your cervical cancer diagnosis being missed by the screening system? Either missed altogether or caught later than early treatment / monitoring than should have realistically been the case? It’s...
