Absolutely terrified. Cervical cancer symptoms

Hi all, 

I'm absolutely terrified to say the least. My last period before this came heavier than usual and was within 2.5 weeks of my previous one. It was also heavier and lasted longer. I never usually get periods regularly, usually 5 times a year. 
This months one has been horrific. I've been bleeding for 3 weeks now. Heavy clotting. The bleeding could stop during the day then at night I'm bleeding through pads and tampons. Then stop again. It's so unpredictable it it is every day. I've also had severe back pain the last week and nothing is helping it. 
I had a vaginal ultrasound which came back as normal. No fibroids etc seen. Only issue was that my lining was thick considering the amount of blood I've lost. 
Im terrified it could be cervical cancer. I went for a smear a few weeks ago but the gp couldn't get a sample due to the location of my cervix so I've been referred to the hospital. The wait times are crazy so I've a private consultation on Wednesday with a gynaecologist. I've historically had abnormal smears and positive for hpv. 
has anyone been in the same boat and been ok as I'm losing my mind here!

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  • Hi. I fully understand where you are coming from.  What I can say is that you have done the right thing with the private appointment.  It easy for people to tell you not to worry but you will.  I am only on again this for the first time in 3 years as I first had cancer four years Ago and had been doing good but I had a scan yesterday got results today. A little to quick and they are looking at a new cancer so I need a CT scan and an waiting this time not good 

    try and have a good friend that you can talk with and go out and about to try and keep your mind clear. Thinking of you 

  • Thank you for your message. I really appreciate it. 
    I'm thinking of you and hope you get your scan soon and have some answers ️

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