I had a total hysterectomy for endometrial cancer 18 months ago. I was very lucky, caught it early and surgery sorted it out.
I have been confirmed to have lynch syndrome (increased genetic risk of certain cancers), so my family and I will have regular screening.
I went through a low period, feeling a bit confused, tired yet fraudulent because I didn't have to have chemotherapy and then scared for the future. On top of that, my husband had not been very supportive and I was resentful
I'm a nurse by 'trade' and now a nurse lecturer. From my experiences of caring for people I thought about how fear and negative thoughts can make you feel tired and unwell; I decided to use all that energy I was wasting on worry and anger in a more useful positive way - FOR MYSELF!!
The pictures below taken by Steve, my trainer who has supported me, show what happens when you fight back for yourself. At 63 years old, I think I'm probably healthier and fitter than I've ever been. so, if you're sad, lost, lonely, scared. Remember - YOU matter!! Take care of yourself and the rest can work itself out in the end. Sending love and positive thoughts.
