Finished my brachytherapy for cervical cancer 1st of Aug. Want to go back to work but don't have the strength I used to. Is this normal?

Finished brachytherapy foe stage 3 cervical cancer on 1st Aug.  They have told me it will continue to work on for 3 months then I will be scanned .. I so want to go bk to work but also realise I don't have the strength I used to have.. is this the norm ??

  • Hello 4321

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently been through treatment for cervical cancer. I hope that you've been well supported by the hospital team, family and friends during this time. 

    It's common for people who have been through treatment for cancer to struggle with fatigue, and so it's understandable that you're not physically feeling ready to return to work at the moment. We have some information about fatigue and cancer on our website, which might be helpful. 

    Hopefully your next scan will bring some positive news and over the coming weeks and months, you'll start to feel that you're regaining some of your strength.  In the meantime if you'd like to talk with one of our nurses for some advice and support, you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any information and help they can. 

    In the meantime 4321, I hope that things continue to progress well. Keep in touch and let us know how you get on with your scan. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator