Hysteroscopy; multiple polyps; MRI referral

Hey Blondie, 

Welcome to the forum. 

First off, I just want to give my initial reaction of "How rude!" to whoever it was that called you. If I was phoning someone with information like that and I heard the international dial tone, I'd hang up and call back another day. I'd never give someone information like that when they're on holiday and unable to access their GP and such! FFS!

I'm afraid an MRI isn't usual after a polypectomy, unless they'd found something. However what the something is, is unknown at the moment. If you need answers, you could probably call your GP and ask for a call back. If the receptionists are nice, you could explain what's just happened and see if they can squeeze you in a phone appointment so you can know what's going on. Alternatively, it's a case of shoving it to the deepest darkest recesses of your mind so you can enjoy the rest of your holiday, then dealing with it all once you're home. 

I'm so sorry you've been put in this situation, but I do hope you can find a way to enjoy your holiday! Remember, we're always here if needed. 

Lass

Xx

Hello Lass

Thanks for your swift reply.

Am I right in thinking endometrial cancer is slow growing?

I have scheduled a GP appointment for 18th July when I return home after my holiday.

From what I've googled I gather MRI is to determine the extent of whatever it is & if/how far it's  spread?

Very scared as I have not had much information at all & its a waiting game. Even if its cancer are my survival chances ok?

Heya, 

I'm afraid there are a few questions there that we just can't answer for certain as you don't have enough info. 

I can say that the most common type of endometrial cancer is slow growing. Really slow growing, where sometimes it won't change in a year. If it's this sort of cancer, then your chances of survival are excellent. More often than not, for someone of your age, it's a hysterectomy and nothing else needed. Or perhaps a bit of cautionary extra treatment just to cross all the t's and dot all the i's.

And yes, an MRI is used to see if it has penetrated the muscle of the womb and how far. And if it's penetrated it fully, if it's then spread elsewhere. But I believe it can also be used to check for fibroid, and to see how big they are and what they are up to. So an MRI being needed doesn't necessarily mean it's def cancer. 

I'm glad you've got a GP appointment though. It means you know in your head when you're getting all the info you need. So now, I think it's lots of tapas for lunch washed down with cocktails, Lager, or sangria - or all three, you're on holiday! - and try to shove it to the back of your mind so you can enjoy your last few days of the holiday!

Lass

Xx