Terrified of symptoms

Hi all, 

I'm absolutely terrified to say the least. My last period before this came heavier than usual and was within 2.5 weeks of my previous one. It was also heavier and lasted longer. I never usually get periods regularly, usually 5 times a year. 
This months one has been horrific. I've been bleeding for 3 weeks now. Heavy clotting. The bleeding could stop during the day then at night I'm bleeding through pads and tampons. Then stop again. It's so unpredictable it it is every day. I've also had severe back pain the last week and nothing is helping it. 
I had a vaginal ultrasound which came back as normal. No fibroids etc seen. Only issue was that my lining was thick considering the amount of blood I've lost. 
Im terrified it could be cervical cancer. I went for a smear a few weeks ago but the gp couldn't get a sample due to the location of my cervix so I've been referred to the hospital. The wait times are crazy so I've a private consultation on Wednesday with a gynaecologist. I've historically had abnormal smears and positive for hpv. 
has anyone been in the same boat and been ok as I'm losing my mind here!

  • Hello there

    I am sorry to hear about the symptoms you are having and appreciate how worrying this must be for you.

    There can be so many different reasons for symptoms and most won't be the result of cancer so try not to panic or over think things for now.

    The important thing is you are having some tests so the doctors can try and figure out what the cause might be. Unfortunately this can take time and whilst the waiting and not knowing is unsettling there isn't much you can do to speed this up. Even when you pay to be seen private if tests are needed then often there will be wait time for the results to come back.

    Comparing stories of symptoms isn't always helpful as what may be causing one persons symptoms the cause can be very different for someone else.

    I hope the appointment goes well tomorrow and you get some answers soon.

    Wishing you all the best

    Naomi