Good morning everyone,

I had an operation to remove a large mass on my right ovary on 3rd January. The mass weighed 4.5kg (bigger than a baby!) and was 25cm in diameter. My right ovary, fallopian tube and appendix were removed.

Yesterday I got my results from my consultant. The mass is a borderline ovarian tumour. This means I'm going to be tracked for five years and examined every 3 months. The examinations will be the CA125 blood test and other blood tests but also ultrasounds.

Although part of me was relieved, I feel very confused and overwhelmed with the news. I can't help but feel a bit angry too.

I'm 32 and I don't have a partner. The thought of explaining this when dating again is overwhelming (not that I'm ready for that just yet). I would like to have children someday too...

Does anyone have any advice or resources to support?

I am looking at perhaps counselling and finding a support group near where I live in North East London. But any helpful tips on what you do when you're overwhelmed and a bit down would be so welcome.

Thank you,

Clare xx