Hi there ...

It's the scariest time ever ... it's like being in court and waiting for the judgment that will change your life .. and sadly no getting round it ... I'm sorry you'll be on your own, as I think that's the time we need support .. for a high 5 or a shoulder to lean on ...

But please remember 8.5 out of ten lumps are benign.... and the younger , the better odds to ... my first 4 call backs were fine ... the fifth sadly not so good ... but that was 2017 and I had a grade 3 ... a masectomy shortly after... but I'm still here ... so even if it is not so good news there are lots of us living with / after breast cancer.... so hold on in there ...

Fingers crossed for a good result..... let us know how you go .... keep as busy as possible till then ... Chrissie x

Thank you for your kind words 

Its my cervix that's in question. Not breast. 

I'm trying to stay busy, Its really awful. Never experienced a feeling like it.

I hope your well xx

It’s very difficult to wait, but not long now till you know what’s going on. I did deep breathing and mindfulness apps on my phone to relax me. Once you know what it is, things become easier I think because you know what you’re dealing with and what treatment will be. I’ve had cervical cancer so I do understand what you’re going through, and hope it’s not nearly as bad as you think. Happy to help is you need anything. xx

Thank you Minska. I've spoken to you before. My old user name was Kaitlyn. I accidently set it as that thinking I was creating a password! Lol obviously my head was all over the place when I signed up.

In my head its cancer and its spread all over. I think I'm imaging symptoms now. 

I think i just need to know now, but I don't at the same time. If that makes sense! It's such a horrible feeling.

So sorry you've had cancer. I'm hoping that the past tense means your ok now? I hope so. 

Thank you for your kind words, I will try the apps xx

Oh I remember you being Kaitlyn! And I remember well the feelings you are having. I was completely convinced once I was told I had cancer that it would have spread, but it hadn’t. 

But past tense for me, yes. I was unlucky enough to go through this cancer twice but I’m feeling really well now and doing fine! I actually went in for my results on my own, even though it wasn’t in Covid times. I preferred it that way. Hoping things go as well as they can do for you tomorrow. xx

Thank you for your reply. I really appreciate it.

And I'm so glad to hear your doing well xx

So... its cervical cancer 

But it's contained and small. And treatable! So not as bad as I had imagined. 

I'm feeling relived it's treatable but have a million questions that I have only thought of since being home. The nurse was lovely, she really put me at ease.

I'm going to eat healthy and get myself fit, Mentally and physically for what lays ahead. 

Guess I'm off to the recently diagnosed section. 

Xxxxx

I’m sorry for your diagnosis, but glad for the positive factors involved! And there’s a lot to feel positive about even though it’s horrible knowing it’s cancer. You have the right attitude in getting it tackled and that’s a big part of dealing with this disease. xx

I’m sorry for your diagnosis, but glad for the positive factors involved! And there’s a lot to feel positive about even though it’s horrible knowing it’s cancer. You have the right attitude in getting it tackled and that’s a big part of dealing with this disease. xx

Thank you  

I wasn't told what stage. But its treatable so I guess that's all I need to know? 

I also forgot to ask what I can and can't do. I'm assuming I'm OK to get on with normal day to day things. As long as I'm not in pain? I've been getting a heavy feeling down below. And pressure on my bladder and bowels. But I do have a prolapsed vagina. Also a bit of pain around my hips sometimes and lower back. Just paracetamol seems to be working at the moment.

Can I have a bath? I'm assuming not? I've been having showers 

And I also forgot to ask about vitamins, ive been taking well woman. It'd 3 big pills a day. Forgot to ask if that's ok. I want to build my immune system up. 

Sorry for a the questions! 

Xxx

You won’t know a stage until you have a scan...have they said you will have an MRI/CT? The scans will show the location and size of the tumour, which in turns determines the appropriate treatment plan. 

You can do everything as normal that you feel up to! That includes baths, unless you’ve had biopsies taken. No harm in taking vitamins, although that’s not recommended during treatment if you had to have chemo. The reason being chemo destroys your immune system, so supplements interfere with that. But waiting for treatment, there is no reason not to take vitamins and eat well. If your symptoms are making you feel tired, rest. Listen to your body. Feel free to ask any questions-I’m happy to answer what I can on the basis of my own experiences of all this. xx

I've had an mri and internal scan. The doctor had my mri picture up on the screen. But i wouldn't look at it. He told me the size. 3.8 x 2.4 x 2.4 cm 

He said its contained in the cervix. My bladder and bowels look good. Such a relief. 

I'm just waiting for a full body scan (pet scan? Or something) to double check it isn't anywhere else in my body. Before they decide on treatment.

Thank you so much for all your help over the last few weeks. You are an amazing person! I've seen all the information and support you give people on here. You are brilliant! I hope your doing well yourself.

Xxx

Hello Sunshine,

Just wanted to pop on and say I'm so sorry to hear your diagnosis but great to know that it is early and treatable. I read your posts over the weekend as I too am struggling with the wait for my results appointment. I was thinking of you today so I'm so glad it turned out to not be as bad as you were fearing.

You have a brilliant and positive attitude and I wish you all the best in your treatment! Take care x

Thank you for your kind words Sunshine! I had an mri and CT scan to begin with but have also had a pet scan-the one where they put a radioactive tracer liquid in your arm and you have to sit quietly for about an hour until the tracer works its way round your body. The scan itself is very straightforward and doesn’t take very long.

Strangely enough my tumour was the same size as yours and also contained in the cervix. It’s very good news that your bladder and bowels look good, and hopefully you’ll soon be on your way to getting this sorted with a plan of action! Keep thinking positive, keep well and look after yourself. I’m doing fine now thank you and I am often around if you need a chat or any help. xxx

Minsk. Thank you so much.

Can I ask you how much bleeding I should be having? I'm getting lots of different color discharge. But occasionally I have bright red blood. It scares me. How much is normal? Well none of it is normal, but you know what i mean! Lol 

Everyone is different-some people have a lot, some not so much. I didn’t have bleeding every day but it was bright red and there was a lot of it when it did happen! It stopped 2 weeks into treatment thankfully and never came back.xx

Thank you for your fast reply. I dont have it every day. It just comes on suddenly. I wasn't sure if I should call nhs direct. I had a big bleed a few weeks ago with clots and it scared me so much. I went to a&e and they didn't seem that concerned at all. Gave me tablets to stop it. Im just so scared of it happening again.

 I also lost alot of blood after I had my youngest child. I was rushed to a different hospital. it traumatised me, this was 10 years ago and I still get flash backs and get scared when I have a heavy period. 

Thank you. You are an amazing person. You don't know how much your helping me! Xxx

Hi Sunshine,

I'm so glad to hear that your diagnosis was more favourable than you expected.

It is all too easy to forget to ask important questions during your consultation. I found it better to write down any questions I had in advance of my appointment - this ensures that you don't forget anything.

I have had 2 bouts of breast cancer in the past 12 years and am still living a busy and fulfilled life. Stay positive if you can. This is the best way to beat this disease.

Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx

Oh, that does sound scary, and I’m sure it makes you extra anxious. When you have a cancer diagnosis, it’s always best to contact your oncologist with anything, in my experience. Bleeding is such a common thing with this, and personally my experience of nhs direct is not positive (for other reasons) and I’m not sure they’d be able to help. Were you given contact details for your cancer specialist nurse? They are a great source of info and help and  if you contact them in the first instance they can offer advice or speak to your consultant and get back to you. It may be that you just have to put up with it for now...I know I did, as did many other ladies I know. I would recommend from my own experience not using tampons and sticking to pads however so as not to cause any extra issues inside. xx