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Information - post menopausal bleed and high CA125, waiting for appointment

LP11
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Hi there, 

Im 52 and have had a post menopausal bleed after 3 years. I also have high CA125 and for the last week iv been getting intermittent cramp which at times is very painful, in my abdomen, side , back and pubic bone . I have my referral for scan on 31st August but that was before my bloods came back and dr said a different referral had been made and I should be seen sooner .
You try not to worry but easier said than done. To complicate things I have IBS and over the last two years it has been very problematic much more than it’s ever been and Iv had it since I was 19. Any information/ advice I’d be most grateful for. 

Lesley

  • Hello Lesley and welcome to the Cancer Chat community.

    I'm sorry to hear about the rather challenging symptoms you've been contending with recently and that you're now anxiously waiting for your referral.

    Waiting for news is never easy but I hope it helps to know that you are not alone as so many of our members will know what you're going through and hopefully some of them will stop by soon to offer their support and advice.

    We also have a team of cancer nurses you can talk to on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They're very insightful and will do all they can to calm your mind and answer any other questions or concerns you may have at this time.

    We're sending you all our strength and support Lesley and hope you won't have to wait too much longer for your appointment.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Offline in reply to Moderator Steph

    Thanks so much for the response and I received a new appointment for five days time so at least it’s moving a bit quicker. 

  • in reply to LP11

    That's great Lesley.

    Although the next 5 days will be tough, it must be a huge relief knowing you don't have so long to wait now. 

    Do let us know how you get on if you're feeling up to it.

    We'll have our fingers crossed for good news.

    All the best,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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