Hi all, I’m not quite sure how to start, but I wanted to share my story. I was recently diagnosed with ovarian cancer – immature teratoma, grade 3. I’m now waiting for my consultant appointment to go through more tests and investigations for staging, and to find out what the treatment plan will be.
I’m still in shock. About 7 weeks ago I had surgery and was told it was just a dermoid cyst, that everything had gone well, and that no follow-up was needed. Then, 6 weeks later, I got a call to say the biopsy showed it was actually an immature teratoma and that I have cancer.
I’ve always been healthy and active, so this has come as a huge shock. I’d never even heard of this type of cancer before, and I’m trying my best to process the news and cope with all the uncertainty.
I thought it might help to connect here, as I’m not sure what to expect and would really appreciate hearing from others who have been through something similar. Thank you AnaV
