23 y/o just diagnosed with endometrial cancer

hi!

this is my first time on the forum but just looking for general advice etc.

im 23 and was diagnosed with endometrial cancer, i have an MRI to stage it this evening but really dont know what to think, i havent processed it i dont think and i feel like im ok continuing my normal day to day life but everybody around me is constantly asking if im ok, which i am but feel selfish saying that to them.

thank you for welcoming me to the forum! :)

  • Hello paramedicstudent and welcome to the forum. 

    I was really sorry to hear about your recent diagnosis. It's understandable that you're feeling as you are but hopefully once you have more news about staging and treatment options things will feel more manageable. 

    We do have some information on our website about endometrial cancer which may answer some of your questions but I'm going to suggest also giving our team of nurses a call. I'm sure that they will be able to offer some advice and support that will help. If you'd like to speak to them they're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    There are also a couple of cancer specific organisations that you might like to have a look at including Womb Cancer Support UK  and The Eve Appeal. It may be that you're able to connect with other young women who have had the same diagnosis via one of these groups. 

    I do hope this helps. Keep in touch and let us know how you're getting on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator