I started a thread on this topic when I was diagnosed almost two years ago and decided it was time to revamp it for our newer members and also for the “older” post treatment women who still find people say stuff, albeit in a well-meaning way but … So...
Hi. I have had an MRI today 26th July, following blood test, biopsy, ultrasound and microscope. Was told that under the microscope looks like I have a cancer so more tests were arranged. I am feeling out of control with my emotions and cannot stop worrying...
Good morning all you lovey  ladies, just a random question, how soon did you start using the stairs, was it from day one? And how often do you use them in a day, Just wondering if we are all similar stair wise xx
Just wondering about people's symptoms prior to being diagnosed with endometrial cancer. About 3.5 months ago I started to have a lot of pelvic pain. Soon after, I started to get a discharge with a very strong odor. I went to my GP and she gave me...
Hello ladies. We need to gather a list of what to take in our overnight bag to provide information for ladies about to have their operation so I'll start with: Bridget Jones big knickers, Nightie rather than PJ's, loose clothing for return journey...
Anyone looking for holiday insurance I got joint one trip holiday insurance with my husband for£87.48 with Holidayrisk. I had grade2 stage 1B with vascular invasion womb cancer.I had 6 cycles of chemotherapy and 3 brachytherapy, treatment was all completed...
When I was first diagnosed with cancer when family history was shared due to my mother having died of ovarian or womb cancer (by the time she sought treatment it had spread widely) my gynaecologist suggested genetic testing of my blood. About three months...
I've been wondering about if/when I might pluck up courage to go on a short break or even a holiday. I had a total hysterectomy in early October 2022 for stage 1a Grade 3 (Serous) cancer, followed by PDR brachytherapy in December 2022. I recovered well...
Hi, just about to start radiotherapy after hysterectomy which followed chemotherapy. Getting massively anxious about expectations in terms of emptying bowels sufficiently (despite heavy use of laxatives for scans) and continued use of laxatives before...
Posting this to the general group rather than radiotherapy thread, I woke this morning feeling afraid. Really afraid that I and my body won’t be able to cope with the side effects of this treatment. Will the tiredness be so bad that I won’t feel that...
