Biopsy done today for endometrial cancer

So I've been for my initial consultation today at the gynaecology oncology department. 

Ultrasound scans showed a 17mm thickening of the womb lining (post 3 days finishing my cycle) & a baby fibroid 

I've had lots of symptoms relating to my monthly cycles, mainly being excruciatingly painful ~ but no intermittent bleeding present 

The nurse performed a biopsy at the appointment, due to me having a very tilted womb and cervix made the procedure a little tricky. I can't say it didn't hurt, it did and made me cry.. I don't think the position of my womb helped & the lack of pain relief! I can't understand why the medical profession think such procedures do not need numbing or something... I'm no wuss either, 3 cesecs under my belt etc... The pain was however quick and I left with cramping and bleeding (not overly significant)

Currently sat at home, feet up, cocodamol and feel a little off but OK!

Now for the waiting game!

Best of luck to anyone else going through this, the wait for everything has been very quick, the service impeccable to be fair ~ thank god for our NHS service ️

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  • Hello Bella17, 

    I am pleased to hear you have had such impeccable NHS service and that you didn't experience a long wait. It's so nice to hear from positive experiences and I am sure it will be reassuring to others who are currently going through the same thing. 

    Poor you, it sounds like it was a rather painful experience and it's a shame that they couldn't give you any form of anaesthetic but I am glad it was over quickly though and I hope that you have now managed to recover from the procedure. 

    The waiting game is certainly no easy game as many of our members will know only too well. There are useful tips on this page to help you cope while waiting for important news. 

    Everything tightly crossed for you that it all turns out to be nothing of concern!

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

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