Hi all i am new to this site and i have my operation on Friday at the moment i am not sleeping as all i can think of is the what ifs . I have a lot of support at home but trying to explain to them how i am feeling i might as well talk to the wall they say they understand and then its you will be ok . I am that scared that i wont come home that i have written sorry letters to them all please tell me what i am feeling is normal and how to sort my head out . Thankyou .
Hi ginger12 and a warm welcome to the Online Community. Here you'll find a lovely group of supportive ladies who have all been exactly where you find yourself now. Any cancer diagnosis brings all sorts of stress and fears and if anyone can hold your hand and reassure you we will as you’re not alone in this. We're all at the start, in the middle or the end of what can only be described as an emotional roller-coaster ride.
It seems the only people who only really know how you're feeling are those who have also have cancer. We understand the gut-wrenching fear you're experiencing at the moment but the majority who find themselves here usually have the operation, perhaps adjuvant treatment then go back to normal lives having quarterly check-ups so don't despair.
It’s always helpful to others if you write a little something (or a lot) about yourself and how you came to find yourself here. Why not take a few moments to update your profile. It's always helpful for us to read if we want to ask you questions and you also won't end up repeating yourself. You can enter it into your profile (click on your username and select “Profile”) . You can amend or update it at any time. If you’re not sure what to write, just click on my username.
If you want to ask any of us any questions please come back and do so. There's always someone around and we can offer a shoulder to cry on, a hand to hold or listen to a rant, we’re here for you.
It might also be a good idea to download this booklet Understanding Womb (Endometrial) Cancer. I found it really informative and helpful.
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.
You can speak to someone in confidence by calling Macmillan Support on 0808 808 0000 - 365 days a year 8am to 8pm It's free from mobiles and landlines. The friendly team are waiting to take your call.
There is also an Ask an Expert section, but you should allow two to three working days for replies from our expert team.
Sending you welcoming hugs, Barb xx
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