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Well that wasn’t as bad as I thought but it took them 20 minutes to get my cannula in have punctures all over I did warn them my veins are rubbish lol Anyway all done hopefully get results before my surgery in 2 weeks x going out for drinks with...
I had to have some follow up treatment on my bowel recently following radiotherapy. I’ve had it before and luckily this was the last one although I didn’t know that when I went for appointment. When the appointment came through I took a picture of the...
Today (15th) is Day 12 since the endometrial biopsy and another day of constantly waiting for the post to arrive … local postman thought I was waiting for Valentine’s cards to arrive yesterday Whatever the outcome, just want to know. It’s not late as...
I appreciate that some may prefer not to say, but, for any who are okay about it, whereabouts are you and where’s your hospital? I live in the New Forest area of Hampshire and my hospital is University Hospital Southampton, which is a 45-60 mins drive...
So diagnosed with womb cancer Valentine’s Day awaiting full hysterectomy 15march my consultant confident all will be removed in the operation and hopefully no more treatment im reassured by the posts etc I have read on hear everyone seems to be able...
So off for my MRI today just want to say thank you for your support on what to expect happy place all ready coz I don’t do small spaces will keep you updated on my journey I have 3 shifts left at work before isolation before my operation did anybody...
At 67 and not a days illness I’ve been diagnosed with high grade serous/ clear cell cancer of the uterus - only symptom was an annoying discharge that came and went very infrequently over6 months then came and stayed in December - long story short - referral...
Before my hysterectomy a month ago, I was probable grade 1 stage 1a endometrial cancer. After my hysterectomy, the lab results showed two unexpected things: firstly cancer cells on my cervix, which regraded my cancer to stage 2 (but still thankfully grade...
Hi ladies, Doctor rang me and the scan results aren’t ready yet. She said she will ask her secretary to chase them up and book another appointment to discuss. The anxious wait continues . X
Hi. Apologies if I’m in the wrong place but I’m looking for honest advice. My mum is 80 and has been told she has clear cell womb cancer after experiencing a period for nearly 6 weeks! The hospital and staff are amazing but I’m confused over the grading...
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