Hi all,

I was told yesterday following an US on 6th October showing a thickened lining of 27.5mm and biopsy on 26th October that abnormal cells were found and I was being referred for an urgent MRI. I asked twice if cancerous cells were found and was told no, but there’s a 40% chance there are cancer cells they just weren’t picked up in the initial biopsy. Whilst in my appointment, the oncologist called the consultant and asked he repeat the biopsy, taking as much as possible for analysis again, which he did. 

The consultant discussed treatment options, whether it is or isn’t cancer/is pre-cancerous, and as I do not want children, the hysterectomy route would be recommended, in both cases. 

An hour after my appointment, I was called regarding the MRI which was booked for this afternoon. I was absolutely terrified. It’s amazing how quickly I’ve been seen, but that’s only made me more panicked! They can’t win! I am very grateful for the quick turnaround though. 

I’ve had the urgent pelvic MRI with contrast this afternoon. The MRI was not half as scary as I worked myself up to think it would be and neither was the cannula (I’m a real wimp!). The radiologist was happy with the images he took and the nurse assisting was so kind. They both put me at ease. The scan took approx 30mins and they broke it down by telling me the timings each image would take which helped. I was in and out of the appt within 45mins. 

Just need some words of encouragement/advice. I have not been told I definitely do have cancer, but I’m sick with worry. 

Thank you

El x