Hi there, hope everyone is doing OK!
I've recently joined and was wondering if I could ask a question about hormone treatment/fertility preservation treatment for early stage womb cancer.
I was diagnosed back in February with Stage/Grade 1 a endometrial cancer after a hysteroscopy procedure to remove a polyp that was found a few months prior (as part of fertility treatment before starting IVF)
I was offered either a hysterectomy or the Mirena Coil as treatment - I opted for the Mirena as I would really like to be able to preserve my fertility if possible (I'm 38)
Having read lots of posts on this forum (which have been really helpful!) it seems that others who have opted for this treatment are also being given Provera, or another oral progesterone medication alongside the Mirena? I was just wondering if this is something I should ask my CNS/oncologist about, to see if it's an option, as I'd like to give it my best shot!
Thank you
Hello,
Welcome to the Online Community. I am sorry to hear that you have been diagnosed with womb cancer. It is great that they were able to give you a choice of hysterectomy or the mirena coil to preserve your fertility.
I would think it would be a good idea to indeed ask your CNS about the oral progesterone/provera and ask for some clarification.
I often spoke to my CNS and they never minded.
In the mean time if there is anything else you need please ask.
Jane
Thank you Jane! Really appreciate it 
Hi Esti.
My gynae surgeon talked me through the pros + cons. His explained from his experience and education then the Mirena coil is the most reliable, most effective and generally has less side effects. While there are various risks, the main risk he wanted to flag was the insertion risk (damage, discomfort and/or infection).
While the latter isn't a risk for the oral treatments, side effects can be worse and, as the treatment is not localised, less effective. It is still an important option for those that may have other health or belief reasons against the coil.
The gynae surgeon explained that while there are various cheaper brands, he would only be recommending Mirena for me.
So that's my rationale for having Mirena.
Hi Esti. I just wanted to check how you are getting on with Mirena?
