Hi, I’m Claire. Nearly 45 years of age, suffered with heavy periods for years which have become painful, followed by bleeding after intercourse and I passed a clot in December. I pushed for a gynae visit through Bupa, which I went to a week and a half ago. He spotted a growth and a wound on my cervix. MRI has picked up “adenoma malignant” measuring just under 5cm. Also a cysts on my ovary. Next step is a CT scan and transfer to the oncology/gynae team. Putting a brave face on but the shock of it is something else. I found out yesterday morning. I honestly thought I was going for an appt where he would say here is some HRT and send me on my way.
Thank you. 
Hi Squarebear Claire, and welcome to the community.
The initial shock of a diagnosis is quite a blow, isn’t it? Especially when it’s not at all expected. I was the same when I got my cervical cancer diagnosis-completely blindsided.
It takes time for your mind to process things at the start, but hopefully you’ll not have to wait too long for your scan and more information. I felt much more reassured when I had my scans and my gynaecologist told me the plan moving forward.
I hope you’ll find this a supportive environment where you can chat with others going through similar experiences, and I’d like to let you know that we also have nurses who can help with questions on cancer and treatment available here
While the nurses are separate from the nhs and cannot give you specific information about your situation, they can give general advice and reliable information. In addition to this, we have a support line which you are very welcome to call. You’ll find friendly and helpful advisors who are happy to listen and point you to sources of support-I’ve called them myself, and they are very kind. The number is in my signature.
Meanwhile, I understand how difficult it is to be in the limbo of waiting for information so please use the group and the community to help support you through.
Sarah xx
