Hi
I was diagnosed in April 2023 with endometrial cancer, stage 1 grade 3 with P53 mutation. I had a full hysterectomy and was successfully treated, I did have an allergic reaction to Paclitaxel and was really quite ill as a result. My 2 x 6 monthly ch3ck ups were clear.
Fast forward to November 2024 and what I thought was a chest infection turned into lung cancer. The appointments with the consultant were difficult for me as I was angry, this has since improved greatly.
My treatment plan was 6 x cycles of chemo and then possibly immunotherapy, unfortunately just after the 3rd cycle I developed a chest infection and a blood clot on the right side of my chest. During a barrage of tests it was discovered that the chemo wasn't working and the complete left lung is encapsulated in cancer which is still thickening.
The amount of drugs that I have been given is huge and I also have Osteoarthritis and Fibromyalgia which don't help,with pain levels but this is controlled very well.
My main concerns are how do I cope with not being able to undertake or complete some of the most basic tasks?
I've always been very independent and I'm struggling with the effort it takes to get washed and dressed, never mind other household chores. I managed to make a drink for myself and felt quite proud of managing that.
Please can anyone relate to me and have any advice on how to face this scary journey?