The journey begins

So today I have been told that they are 99% sure I have ovarian cancer to say I'm numb frightened and lost is an understatement.Im having a biopsy on the mass which petrified me i dont do needles at best of times then saying I will need chemo so the though of losing my hair and nausea frightens me I just keep asking myself am I strong enough to do this and will it be worth it as cant see light at end of tunnel sorry to rant but suppose I'm hoping someone has been through same or similar to give me hope 

  • Hello :happy:

     

    Sorry to hear about your diagnosis, I too am recently diagnosed and slightly nervous about the chemo side effects, but I think there are anti-nausea meds available, and also a cooling cap you can wear to reduce the chances of hair loss. Possibly speak to your consultant/specialist nurse about these options, there's definitely help available.

     

    With regard to the biopsy - ask about potentially having a sedative, I'm sure they'll be happy to do this if you explain your apprehension with needles. 

     

    Hope this helps! 

  • Hi 

    Sorry to hear your news , it will settle in and you do get your head around it somehow . I was diagnosed in July with breast cancer had operations cancer gone but was told I need 6 Chemo this week in devastated the hair loss is gunna be worse than the cancer for me so I understand I'm sure we will be ok you will be suprised how good things are for cancer these days xx take care