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Hi all I’m now 5 weeks post hysterectomy and still have an off/on dirty colour discharge. Days go by with nothing then I get a bit more. Has anyone else had this? Should I be concerned? I know I’ve been doing a lot but just not sure……..
Booked in for robotic surgery on 26th April for radical Hysterectomy and lymph node removal. Had anaesthetic previously but never had robotic surgery before. Anyone been through this, feeling a bit apprehensive
Hi ,my name is Kaz . I've just been given a diagnosis of Atipical Hyperplasia,which isn't cancer yet,and the treatment plan is hysterectomy. I'm feeling a bit in limbo,don't really know how to feel at the moment.I was told that even though the biopsy...
Hi Everyone/Anyone I am new on here and have been back an forth wondering how I can even put this into words but I am simply just lost and going round in circles in what I can only describe as a living nightmare. My mum has a large mass in her lower...
Hi I joined a few weeks ago, have been reading the forum and peoples stories. First posting for me but have found information on here and the support everyone gives a great comfort as it’s very daunting when you hear the word cancer. I was on 2 week...
Hi I'm 37 from Somerset and having a Hysterectomy at the end of June. I have no idea what to pack or take with me to the hospital and what I need for recovery at home. any help much appreciated Thanks
Hi. I'm new to this. Have been given course of antibiotics after hysteroscopy and biopsy under general anaesthetic. Is this the same for everyone?
Hi, I'm due to start chemo in 8days and would be grateful for any advice or tips on meals snacks to take to hospital whilst having the treatment and any other suggestions please
Hi, I have previously posted about my post menopausal bleeding that occurred in Feb 24 for 10 days and then later developed cramping and bad pelvic pain and then lower back pain, I then also had additional spotting and more recently had 2 episodes of...
Well Im post op 18 days , definitely healing well , still uncomfortable but mobility improves daily , I’m feeling really tired and night times are the hardest can’t get comfortable and wake up several times a night , I’m usually very independent, and...
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