So back in Nov I was admitted for appendicitis; diagnosed by CT scan. It also showed abnormality on an ovary which was described as 'nothing untoward' but as a precaution had a vaginal ultrasound. Results were fibroids on both ovaries and thickening of endometrium 8mm. Appendicitis successfully treated conservatively with antibiotics so referred to gynae. Shocked when informed by letter I was on a 2 week cancer pathway as nothing like that had ever been mentioned.! During sssessment Consultant said I was low risk but would do a colposcopy. Everything described as looking normal except a small area in endometrium which was biopsied. However, results came back as normal. Consultant said although it was reassuring, he and pathologist felt I should have a hysteroscopy to be sure before discharging me. I was convinced it would just be a polyp so when I saw notes that one had been removed I rested a lot easier. Results 2 days ago: grade 2 cancer cells in endometrium. Total shock to hear this and felt so much had been minimised to leave me with a false sense of security. Im seeing consultant tomorrow but have been told an MRI and x ray before hysterectomy. Im a fit 72 yr old but most think I'm in my 50s. I have suffered from extreme anxiety all my life along with a real phobia of illness & hospital, especially operations. So besides the cancer this is a nightmare situation for me. A double whammy so to speak.
Hi Stiffi
Welcome to the Womb group.
I am sorry to hear of your diagnosis of womb cancer and understand that it must have been a shock after everything that had happened. Thank goodness they did the hysteroscopy and found it.
The mri is normal and it is to stage the cancer and to see exactly where it is. The grade is determined by the biopsy.
Most ladies are offered a hysterectomy to remove the cancer and this is done laparoscopically where possible. Mine was straightforward, I had little pain and returned home the next day. Post op results will be used to decide whether or not any follow up treatment is needed.
There is some information here that you may find helpful.
Womb cancer booklet | Macmillan Cancer Support
We also have a Support Line available, details below, if at any point you feel like talking things through would help.
When you see the consultant, do mention the anxiety. I found my nurses were really understanding. They are used to people feeling nervous. I often found just talking to a nurse about exactly what would happen at each appointment before hand helpful.
If there is anything you want to ask about, please do so.
If you click on my name my profile will come up, but my treatment was in 2022 and I am doing ok.
Jane
