New here and worried

My road to diagnosis was unusual so I won't bore you with it. I think most of the women on here have spotting after going through the menopause. Have you seen your GP? If you have had spotting or even what seems like a period after the menopause you should be put on the two week cancer pathway.

Hi . Sorry I wasn't around to welcome you yesterday - My hubby's undergoing tests for bowel cancel and yesterday we met with his consultant about his hip replacement. From that you'll gather we're getting on a bit - well he is I'm a young 68!

I was 67 when some years post menopause noticed pink mucous like spotting on my undies a couple of days apart. I was going to ignore it but my friend nagged and I called my GP. After phone consultation she put me on the 2 week wait cancer pathway. This all happened last year smack in the middle of the pandemic which slowed things down. I had ultrasound, they attempted hysteroscopy (had to be done under Epidural) together with biopsy. Then CT scan, MRI scan. From phone consult on 3rd June to hysterectomy on 17th September, in the scheme of what was happening, self isolating 14 days between everything I thought it was very quick.

Here you'll find a lovely group of supportive ladies who have all been exactly where you are now. A possibility of cancer diagnosis brings all sorts of stress and fears and if anyone can hold your hand and reassure you we will. We're all at the start, in the middle or the end of what can only be described as a roller-coaster ride. The ride no-one wants to get on.

It’s always helpful to others if you write a little something (or a lot) about yourself and your journey to date. You can enter it into your profile (click on your username and select “Profile”) It’s helpful to other members with a similar diagnosis who can then hopefully answer your questions. It also means that you don't have to keep repeating yourself. 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 invaluable on my journey. 

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.

It’s always good to talk and the Macmillan Support Services provides lots of information, support, financial guidance or just a listening ear. It's free to call on 0808 808 00 00  8am to 8pm, 7 days a week. Have a look to see what is available by Clicking here .

There is also an Ask an Expert section, but you should allow two working days for replies from our expert team.

Sending you welcoming hugs, B xx