support after cervical cancer diagnosis Posted: 05-21-08 20:39pm
Hello,
I'm wondering where people turned to for
support after a cervical cancer diagnosis.
I am not close to my Mom or my sisters,
and my best friend is currently struggling
with cancer herself.
I don't even know if I have anyone to go
with me my procedures. Previously, when I
had dysplasia, I went to everything myself
and didn't even tell anyone until after
the procedures were done.
I am engaged, but he just keeps saying
everything will be fine, which it probably
will, but I'm still scared out of my wits.
And there's no way I'm going to tell my
kids right now. At 14 and 7, they don't
need that kind of stress.
Any suggestions of where to turn for
support?
Thanks, Michelle
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MandMs
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Welcome to EHEALTHforum! Posted: 05-23-08 02:43am
You can find it here.
Please, feel free to ask anything you want
and I'm sure EHEALTHforum users will do
their best to be supportive.
I understand that you are, actually,
talking about having someone next to you
during the doctor's visits and someone to
hold your hand before and after the
surgery (don't miss the chance to have
your fiance next to you; going through
tough moments together can strengthen your
love).
What stage is the cancer?
Well wishes!
Marija
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sirene76
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support after cervican cancer diagnosis Posted: 05-23-08 10:58am
Thank you for your reply!
I may actually going for additional
testing, including a biopsy and some
ultrasounds, to determine the stage and
progression. Right now, I think all the
uncertainty is what's bothering me. I'm a
writer, so my imagination can be a
powerful enemy!
I agree, I need to let mike, my
fiance,come with. He's trying, but he's
also struggling with his mother's
impending surgery. I've always been
independent, but I guess I'm realizing
that I need to reach out to those who I am
close to. I agree that this site will
also provide me with much needed emotional
support.
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Posted: 05-26-08 07:50am
You are welcome!
Was this found on routine test or you've
started experiencing some symptoms
(spotting or heavier bleeding between
periods, bleeding after intercourse, or
unusually heavy periods, a foul-smelling
discharge from the vagina, pain in the
pelvic area or lower back)?
Please, inform us about the final
results!
