I just want to post a quick update which I hope will help any ladies who are undergoing tests or recently diagnosed. I was diagnosed with low grade, provisional stage 1a at the beginning of February and immediately scheduled for a keyhole hysterectomy and BOC just over two weeks later. Unfortunately during surgery they had to convert to an abdominal but I was up and about the following day and only stayed in hospital for two nights, recovery is going well, not without challenges and still a way to go until full recovery but after only five weeks since diagnosis I have had a full check over by my surgeon, my staging confirmed as 1a and no further treatment required I am cancer free. It is an example of the NHS at its very best. I have not yet had time to fully absorb my diagnosis let alone that I am now cancer free, it may not hit me for some time so for now I will concentrate on my recovery and probably process it some time in the months to come. I know I am lucky not everyone gets such a treatable prognosis but just wanted to share a positive story. I will always be grateful for the amazing treatment and care I have received.
Hi Tess
That's great news.
It can take time to process it all and I remember that a lot of the processing didn't start for me until treatment was complete. It can help to talk things through and if you need us we are here. Some people find a life after cancer course helpful. I did the Macmillan Hope course and found it helpful- all online too.
I wish you well for your continued recovery, take things day by day and give yourself time.
Jane
