Please go to the doctors. I had a post menopause bleed after 11 months I have pre cancerous cells. My bleed was bright red and for 5 days. Be brave and come on here or ring the nurses I did. The waiting for results is the worst. Please do not be alone. We are all here for you xxxx

Dollysocks , I hope that you have  got a treatment plan and are getting well looked after . 

I hope you’ve had a good day Dollysocks and have managed to get some rest.  Hospitals are notoriously difficult when it comes to sleeping and possibly after the relief of having the op the reality of recovery/reason for op kicks in?  It’s a major op so be gentle and patient with yourself xx

Hope you’re doing okay Cat Cat? x

Maebelle only 3.5 hours sleep due to worrying about stitches. Came home slept for another 3 hours. Yes dawning on me that this isnt the end until the report from Pathology. It certainly makes you re evaluate life. Thank you for reaching out xxxx hope you are ok x

Dollysocks , glad you are home  and can get more sleep . I have never been able to sleep much the few times I have been in hospital . Look after yourself and take time to recover . 
I hope that you get your pathology results through soon x

I am fine Maebelle . I have a GP’s appointment which had already been scheduled for  Monday . So if I don’t get my letter through by then,  I can ask my GP to chase up the hospital appointment then . 
what about you Maebelle , any updates for you ? 

• Thanks Cat-cat. I am trying to relax. Drinking lots of fluids. The agony over appointments and procedures I feel for you. Its a stir crazy time. Hopefully, the ball should get rolling. 
• I really hope by Monday you get some information. Fingers crossedxxxx

Hi Dollysocks , 

how are you doing ? Hope you have managed to catch up on some sleep . Do you have any updates re results ? Hope you are able to take some recovery time before going back to work . I think there is obviously the physical recovery but also the emotional toll of waiting on test results etc . The latter is very substantial too .

After some nagging from my best friend I phoned my GP for an update yesterday . I got them to check , they didn’t have anything on file other than the urgent referral to the hospital . I got the details of the department . No soft soaping of the ward name - Cancer Gynaecology. 
When I phoned them they were a bit vague , yes urgent referral . No idea of time frame , a letter would go out in July . But they then phoned back 2 minutes later and due to a cancellation , have appointment  for Monday 6 July . Which is good as week before a family holiday  and was worrying about that .

xx

How are you getting on Maebelle , any updates for you ? 

Yes Cat-cat good!!you need to be pro active. I got my ultra sound and biospy by chasing them. Results 3 to 4 weeks. I won't be going bk to work until September as summer holidays. Sleeping well, eating and no pain relief so far!!! Just had a lovely shower it was heaven. Hope appointment gives you re assurance. At least you've got the holiday as a, distraction. Xxxx

Good morning Cat-Cat

I’m so pleased your friend gave you that gentle push to chase up your appointment as by the sounds of it you would have been waiting indefinitely.  Considering the name of the ward you’d think they’d be a tad more proactive and on the ball.  So pleased they were able to book you into a cancellation slot - hopefully you’ll get more clarification on what’s going on and what further input, if any, is needed.

I have my appointment with the consultant on Wednesday.  It’s for an internal, vaginal ultrasound and a biopsy if needed.  Just typing this makes me very scared!  I was worried that I’d have to attend on my own but my neighbour has kindly offered to come with me so that’s a positive.  I was hoping I’d get results on the day but from what you and Dollysocks have written that sounds unlikely so more waiting seems on the cards.  I’m really hoping I don’t need a hysteroscopy as that sounds very painful and I’m a bit of a wimp!

Good morning Cat-Cat

I’m so pleased your friend gave you that gentle push to chase up your appointment as by the sounds of it you would have been waiting indefinitely.  Considering the name of the ward you’d think they’d be a tad more proactive and on the ball.  So pleased they were able to book you into a cancellation slot - hopefully you’ll get more clarification on what’s going on and what further input, if any, is needed.

I have my appointment with the consultant on Wednesday.  It’s for an internal, vaginal ultrasound and a biopsy if needed.  Just typing this makes me very scared!  I was worried that I’d have to attend on my own but my neighbour has kindly offered to come with me so that’s a positive.  I was hoping I’d get results on the day but from what you and Dollysocks have written that sounds unlikely so more waiting seems on the cards.  I’m really hoping I don’t need a hysteroscopy as that sounds very painful and I’m a bit of a wimp!

Oh Maebelle , I am glad that you have a date . That’s also good that you have the option of the follow up on the day as well . Though no one looks forward to a biopsy , but at least you won’t have to wait weeks . 
Re the hysteroscopy , check re the options available to you for pain control . No expert but I have read about gas & air , local anaesthetic    and also a general anaesthetic. I think if you discuss it straight away , that may be easier than feeling a bit forced into the option you don’t want - as you don’t want to make a fuss . 
That’s also good that your neighbour can go with you . Xxxx 

Thank you Cat-Cat for the information regarding pain management for the hysterectomy-I’ve started a list of queries to take with me so will add this x 

Maebelle I had local anesthetic when I had my procedure. It is an awful cramping pain, but it doesn't last long. They recommend taking paracetamol before hand. X

Thank you Dollysocks xx