Continued pain 9 months post radiotherapy for cervical cancer. Has anyone else experienced this? Can't help but worry

Hi my name is Liz . I am 9 months post chemo, radiotherapy and brachytherapy for stage 3 cervical cancer . I had an excellent response from these therapies . However I continue to experience daily cramping with routine extreme pain . Is this the experience of anyone else,  can't help but worry cancer has returned ....

  • Hello Liz

    I'm sorry to hear that you were previously diagnosed with cervical cancer. It's really positive to hear that you had an excellent response to treatment, as I know from the many posts I've read here on the forum how difficult this regimen can be at times. 

    It's not uncommon for side effects from these treatments to continue long after treatment has stopped, but I'd also really encourage you to get in touch with your specialist cancer nurse and talk through your concerns. It may be that there is something that can be done to help improve things for you, and hopefully, they will be able to give you some reassurance to help ease your concerns about the cancer returning. 

    If you'd prefer to chat things through with one of our team of nurses, you're most welcome to give them a call. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information and support they can. They're available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    I do hope that things settle for you Liz. Keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We're here for you. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator