Menopause Matters Forum
Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: Jules321 on April 02, 2024, 08:29:59 PM
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I’ve been called by the hospital to go and see the doctor tomorrow after a hysteroscopy and biopsy last Friday.
Obvs I’m terrified but I’m telling myself to take things one step at a time.
The dr who did the procedure said he found thickening on the back of the womb and polyps. So they must of found something. Just trying not to run the tapes forward as to what and go see them tomorrow. They said I could bring someone with me and I have a friend who is coming with me.
Has anyone had a similar experience ? And how did it go?
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No experience but wishing you a good outcome.
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Thanks so much for your reply
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Probably nowt or ouwt. Always wise to take someone with us anyway. Make a list of worries to take with you too. It mayB that you may need to undergo another procedure at your next visit so having a driver with you as support will help. Let us know how you get on.
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Good luck and keep us updated
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Hope all goes well today x
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Thank you all I will update after x
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I've only just read your post but I'm hoping that your appointment went well.
Taz x :hug:
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Thank you again for all the comments. This forum has been a godsend I’ve been reading the comments and searching terms and getting the identification.
So I’ve got womb cancer. They think they’ve caught it early. Like stage one but they can’t say for sure until after the MRI. Then will be surgery. Quite a shock but had a feeling something was wrong. They were all very supportive and reassuring.
Not sure what to think - focusing on how positive they were in saying how treatable it was with a hysterectomy and possible ovaries too.
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That's awful news for you. Keep making those lists of worries to talk over at each appt., my Surgeon insisted upon it. However he was so clear and reassuring that I never needed to.
How long B4 you get the MRI? Also do discuss what type of replacement will ease any symptoms ......... did U take some1 with you and what support will you have going forwards?
B4 you have surgery get food into the freezer in good time: small tasty amounts of both first and desert courses. Buy plenty of nighties that button up the front, much easier after any type of operation.
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So sorry to read this. It would have been a horrible shock for you. It sounds like they think they have caught it early and that it's treatable. and are already planning your treatment.
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I think I’m still processing tbh. We all hope it’s nothing don’t we. But when the hospital called yesterday for me to come in today I knew it was something. I used to be a nurse.
I had a friend stay at mine with my dog that has separation anxiety. And a good friend came with me. I’m so glad she did too and she asked some questions about diet and supplements that I wouldn’t have thought of.
They have an MRI booked for 12 days time but the nurse said she’s going to try to bring it forward.
I got the big McMillan pack and someone from the hospital is going to call in next few days to talk through support. I live alone with my doggy in a flat on the 2nd floor! Am hoping I can organise friends to come in to help.
And they said might be the robot laparoscopic…
Just want to really focus on looking after myself.
Reading these posts is really helping me so thanks so much! Will start getting organised
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Sending some virtual hugs :hug: and positive thoughts to you xx awful news for you but good news that they think they have caught it early. Take good care of and look after yourself xx
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So sorry to hear this news but glad they appear to have caught it early. Also that they told you quickly and that there is a plan in place that isn't too far away. I can imagine the 12 day wait will still be horrible though. Do you have that person's number, as you could phone every couple of days to keep yourself front of their mind for an earlier slot?
Really good that you are already looking ahead to getting yourself physically ready for the challenges ahead. There is SO much you can do to support your mind and body, and help yourself recover from the treatment. Hopefully it will help you feel a little more in control if you are doing positive things for yourself.
I know you said you live alone but hopefully your doggy will be a wonderful comfort and always give you a reason for a little walk, wven just around the block. And you can always post here as there's pretty much always someone around to offer support or just hold space for you of you're feeling overwhelmed xx
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Just want to say that I’ll be thinking of you. Please keep posting. There’s always someone here to help. xx
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Do look at the Cinnamon Trust web-site to see if there is support in your area. The Trust is for people with pets who have sudden emergencies/hospital slots. They have fosterers who can pet sit so worth contacting if your dog has anxiety - something that I understand.
How do U feel this morning? Make those lists ;-).
A robot thingy - will he/she have a name ?
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Hi Jules321
So sorry to hear this news and wishing you all the best for your scan, surgery and recovery
Hurdity x
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I would also like to wish you all the best on your journey :hug:
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Keep strong I went through exactly same this time last year so know what you are going through. You be on this rollercoaster till you have surgery and remove it all they did mine very quickly. I had to have everything removed including ovaries and cervix but it was caught very early thanks to our NHS. I would start doing any jobs or cooking you need to do now as I got my call for surgery very quickly after the mri scan. Good luck x
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Sending positive thoughts. Sorry to hear your news but it sounds like the outlook is really good. Be kind to yourself x
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I will be thinking of you and please post how you are getting on. Sending lots of love ❤
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Sending positive thoughts and big hugs xx
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So sorry to hear this awful news, glad they've found it early and they're positive about it.
Wishing you all the best, and hope all goes well for you x
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Thinking of you Jules321 and wishing you all the best.
Please take a look at the Macmillan online forum for womb cancer. There are lots of lovely ladies on there offering support and advice.
We are all here for you too :hug:
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Thanks so much for all the support and suggestions. It really does mean so much. I’m slowly processing I think. And starting to mentally prepare for the next stages. The doctor said they think it’s 1a but also I’ve read that they can’t really know until all the tests are done and cases can be upgraded. But also staying positive too. Have cut out anything processed from my diet and don’t drink or smoke. Went for a run today and meditated. And I’m slowly getting round telling friends and family. People are really shocked when I tell them. I guess I would be too if a friend or family member told me they’d been diagnosed with cancer. At this stage I think I’m doing ok and focusing on what comes next. Wish it would hurry up a bit tho! I am going to call them tomo to see what the hope is of bringing the MRI forward. And keep me in their minds like was suggested.
It helps so much to know you are all here. And Donna u said you were at this place this time last year. I wish you all the best and hope you’re doing well. And all of you too of course 💕
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