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Hi, you will go in feet first and your head stays out, so it’s not too bad. 

Oh thank you for replying, this really helps put my mind at ease. It all just feels a bit strange at the moment so this is one less thing to worry about. Thank you again.

No problem, have they said about hysterectomy or not yet? 

Think thst will come, but think my weight will be an issue. Strangely I am less worried about surgery than an MRI

I was around 17stone when I had my surgery and all went well. Chemo, I went up and down a bit the steroids for anti sickness made me want to eat everything in sight. 
I hope it all goes well 

Thank you for sharing this Churchard66, its good to hear positive stories. Like most families we have had our health concerns, but not cancer so diagnosis has knocked me for six. I am however trying to remain positive. Thank you again for reassuring words.

That’s ok, it’s always reassuring to speak to someone that’s going through the same, I hope you get your appointments for scans soon so that you know where you stand and can make a plan moving forward. 

Hi and a warm welcome to our spot in the Online Community. We've all been where you are in a state of disbelief when we are told we've got cancer but you're not alone on this journey. We're all at the start, middle of end of this journey so somewhere along the way someone is at the same stage as you. Any questions just fire away, have a rant, cry or whatever we've all done it at some time or another.

The MRI scan can be a bit claustrophobic but as says your head stays out. The nurses are very caring, if you tell them about your claustrophobia they'll keep an extra eye on you. My scan constantly told me by disembodied voice the next group will be series of quick beeps (or something similar) and will last for 10 seconds. I was so busy counting it was all over in no time!

It’s always helpful to others if you write a little something (or a lot) about yourself and your journey to date. You can enter it into your profile (click on your username and select “Profile”) It’s helpful to other members with a similar diagnosis who can then hopefully answer your questions. It also means that you don't have to keep repeating yourself. You can amend or update it at any time. If you’re not sure what to write, just click on my username.

It might also be a good idea to download this booklet Understanding Womb (Endometrial) Cancer. I found it invaluable on my journey. 

Click on the link I’ve created to find out more information covering diagnosis and treatments for Womb cancer.

You might also find this link to what to take in my overnight bag useful for when you have surgery.

It’s always good to talk and the Macmillan Support Services provides lots of information, support, financial guidance or just a listening ear. It's free to call on 0808 808 00 00  8am to 8pm, 7 days a week. Have a look to see what is available by Clicking here .

There is also an Ask an Expert section, but you should allow two working days for replies from our expert team.

Sending you welcoming hugs, Barb xx 

Hi Barb thank you for your insight and information and its great to know thst there are others who have been or are going on the sane journey. You are totally right in saying about "disbelief" as I went in for an outpatient appt expecting to learn I would need a hysterectomy for fibroids which had been diagnosed 2 years ago. So it did come as a surprise to learn it could be something more serious. I feel a bit more positive today, especially after the kind words from people like you. I will take your advice and do a bit of reading, but still try not to dwell on things.  Thank you for your reply and I wish you well. X

my hospital must be different then because i had regular mri scans and my head was enclosed as the scanner moved up. ct scans head was out. best to mention worries to radiologist.