Hi All, 

Firstly a bit of context and background information. In December 2021 I noticed heavy bleeding during and after sex. This bleeding would last for several days/weeks after. Sex was generally painful but nothing too concerning. I was feeling generally tired and experiencing pain in my legs and pelvic area. 
 

I called my GP and was examined very quickly, she suspected an ectropion but submitted an urgent referral to see the gynaecologist at the hospital. The gynaecologist confirmed what she saw was an ectropion, but would also refer me for a further ultrasound (both internal and external) as I was experiencing abdominal pain. 
 

The ultrasound showed a small complex ovarian cyst, and as they couldn't confirm the nature of a small area they requested an urgent CA125 blood test. This came back normal. They would like me to go for a follow up ultrasound and CA125 blood test every other month now to monitor the size and any changes. 
 

Today (01/04/22) I attended my colposcopy appointment (quite uncomfortable but not the end of the world). She noticed I was bleeding quite heavily and noticed some areas around my cervix which looked quite concerning. She took a biopsy and advised that this would confirm if the area or concern is precancerous or cancerous. 
 

I feel like since December I have been on this emotional rollercoaster, suspected cancer to confirmed not cancer to again suspected cancer. Should I be worried? Or is this all a precautionary measure? 
 

I am only 22, cancer has affected my family (including kidney and breast cancer). I am very grateful for the support I have received so far from the hospital and GP, I would just like some reassurance from other women going through the same thing. 
 

Thank you. 
 

Megan.