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Hi I got diagnosed with womb cancer on 27 July. The diagnosis came completely out of the blue and I had a full hysterectomy with everything removed on 19 August. Today I had a phone call from my surgeon to tell me that everything was clear and that...
I finally got a call from the cancer clinic for this Friday to discuss surgery , hoping it will be soon as it has been 4 months since diagnosed and I was told by my Gynaecologist that to expect 6-8 weeks for surgery. I am very worried that the cancer...
Good morning everyone find out yesterday and I’m so scared don’t know what to expect and how will I survive this time
Hi, I'm there weeks post total robotic hysterectomy and BSO. My question.... is it normal to still be bleeding vaginally at this point and if so how long can it go on for? Thanks
Today is exactly one year since I saw blood! I was absolutely trepidated and with good reason. Despite contacting the GP on the following Monday is was to be exactly 5 months to the day on the 27th January 2022 before I had a hysterectomy. I am still...
Evening Ladies, Well that time has come round 3 month check up (well it will be 4 lol), got my oncologist appointment for 21st September which is right in the middle of our holiday to centre parcs lol. Only problem is I can’t get hold of my cns to sort...
Hello I'm just wondering if anyone would have any advice on pelvis radiotherapy (5 days a week for 5 weeks) or internal radiotherapy (3 sessions). I've had a hysterectomy and stage 2 cancer. The hospital think they have removed everything. The cancer...
Hi, just over a year ago I had a full hysterectomy due to having womb cancer. I have since had 2 check ups & due a 3rd in October. Since the op I have noticed my bones especially my knees are getting painful & popping/crunching. Should I have been...
Hi Had first Carbotaxel cycle on Thurs/ Friday. Bad reaction on first day...lots meds and Dr checks...then second part given. Had bad groin, back and leg pain most of past 2 days...I read about peripheral pain....what helps? Will it pass? 3 more cycles...
Hello, I’m new here. I’m 62 and about a month ago I had some spotting, so went straight to the doctors. Then I had a 2 week wait to attend the clinic where I had an ultra sound that showed massive fibroids pushing my uterus up a corner, and the uterus...
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