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I am absolutely devastated. My younger sister has been told she may have cancer. Well, the consultant actually told her it is "highly likely" and to "expect the worst".
She had been having stomach and lower back ache for a while now, and has been in and out of the doctors on a few occasions. She was first told it was a water infection, so was given antibiotics for that.
It didn't help, so she went back and was referred to a gynecologist. They examined her and said her cervix looked "abnormal". They also said she had a polyp(?) and white patches on the scan. She was then referred to the hospital.
She went to the hospital yesterday and was again examined by a consultant. He told her he "didn't like the look of it".
When she got dressed and came out into the room, there was a nurse sat there, which she thought was a bit strange. The consultant then told her "I'm afraid it's not good news", and introduced the nurse to be a cancer nurse! :(
He told her that her cervix "protrudes", which is apparently an early sign of the dreaded C. He then told her it was "highly likely" that she had it, but they would know for sure on Wednesday morning when the results came back. She did say what they did (began with the letter c, but I can't remember or pronounce it) and the consultant told her they would rush it through for Wednesday.
I am absolutely gutted. I haven't been able to stop thinking about it and what the future may hold for her. My Dad keeps saying "she'll be fine, she'll be fine", but I just can't seem to stay so positive. I spoke to my her yesterday, and she was very matter of fact about the whole thing. She said in her heart she knew something was wrong, and has prepared herself for the worst.
I know there's a chance she may not have it, and I am praying that that's the case. But... something tells me it's not going to be good news. For a consultant to tell her it's "highly likely" she has it and that he has "concerns for her", makes me think he knows there is something there.
Also, the cancer nurse that was in the room with her, started going through all the ins and outs with my sisters, discussing surgery and whatnot. She is in pieces (obviously) and was saying to me how she won't be able to continue with university, or her job. I told her not to get ahead of herself, and to wait until Wednesday when we'll know for sure, but she's just resigned to the fact that this is happening to her. I didn't know what to say, I just felt so sad for her.
I don't know what my question is, I just felt the need to get this out. I guess I'm looking for anyone that's been in a similar situation, or any advice on the subject...
She had been having stomach and lower back ache for a while now, and has been in and out of the doctors on a few occasions. She was first told it was a water infection, so was given antibiotics for that.
It didn't help, so she went back and was referred to a gynecologist. They examined her and said her cervix looked "abnormal". They also said she had a polyp(?) and white patches on the scan. She was then referred to the hospital.
She went to the hospital yesterday and was again examined by a consultant. He told her he "didn't like the look of it".
When she got dressed and came out into the room, there was a nurse sat there, which she thought was a bit strange. The consultant then told her "I'm afraid it's not good news", and introduced the nurse to be a cancer nurse! :(
He told her that her cervix "protrudes", which is apparently an early sign of the dreaded C. He then told her it was "highly likely" that she had it, but they would know for sure on Wednesday morning when the results came back. She did say what they did (began with the letter c, but I can't remember or pronounce it) and the consultant told her they would rush it through for Wednesday.
I am absolutely gutted. I haven't been able to stop thinking about it and what the future may hold for her. My Dad keeps saying "she'll be fine, she'll be fine", but I just can't seem to stay so positive. I spoke to my her yesterday, and she was very matter of fact about the whole thing. She said in her heart she knew something was wrong, and has prepared herself for the worst.
I know there's a chance she may not have it, and I am praying that that's the case. But... something tells me it's not going to be good news. For a consultant to tell her it's "highly likely" she has it and that he has "concerns for her", makes me think he knows there is something there.
Also, the cancer nurse that was in the room with her, started going through all the ins and outs with my sisters, discussing surgery and whatnot. She is in pieces (obviously) and was saying to me how she won't be able to continue with university, or her job. I told her not to get ahead of herself, and to wait until Wednesday when we'll know for sure, but she's just resigned to the fact that this is happening to her. I didn't know what to say, I just felt so sad for her.
I don't know what my question is, I just felt the need to get this out. I guess I'm looking for anyone that's been in a similar situation, or any advice on the subject...
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Just a quick update, as I said I would...
Well, my sister went for her mri on Tuesday, and had a meeting with her consultant on Wednesday. I spoke to her yesterday afternoon, and it was good news. Well, great really! The cancer is in the first stage, and the consultant is "very confident" that they've caught it in time. She is having an operation to remove the tumor and part of the cervix, and they will "stitch up her womb" afterwards, so it will not affect her fertility... Which I know was a huge thing for her. Obviously this was the best news ever for my family, and we just want her to get better as soon as possible. I can't even begin to describe how worried I've been this past week or so, and so this fantastic news was very, very welcome. She'll need six weeks to recover after her op, but the fact that its been caught early and that they CAN get rid of it, is just fantastic. I'm not sure what (if anything?) Follows after the operation, but the main thing is, she's going to be ok. I'm keeping this short and sweet and can't reply, as I'm using my phone to write this (which I'm not so great at) as I'm away from home at the mo. Just thought I'd post an update, for the people who asked. Thank you for all your support, it really was (is) much appreciated. You kept me sane, when I was falling apart... :-)
Well, my sister went for her mri on Tuesday, and had a meeting with her consultant on Wednesday. I spoke to her yesterday afternoon, and it was good news. Well, great really! The cancer is in the first stage, and the consultant is "very confident" that they've caught it in time. She is having an operation to remove the tumor and part of the cervix, and they will "stitch up her womb" afterwards, so it will not affect her fertility... Which I know was a huge thing for her. Obviously this was the best news ever for my family, and we just want her to get better as soon as possible. I can't even begin to describe how worried I've been this past week or so, and so this fantastic news was very, very welcome. She'll need six weeks to recover after her op, but the fact that its been caught early and that they CAN get rid of it, is just fantastic. I'm not sure what (if anything?) Follows after the operation, but the main thing is, she's going to be ok. I'm keeping this short and sweet and can't reply, as I'm using my phone to write this (which I'm not so great at) as I'm away from home at the mo. Just thought I'd post an update, for the people who asked. Thank you for all your support, it really was (is) much appreciated. You kept me sane, when I was falling apart... :-)
Thanks Tenrec, that's really nice. It's awful to say, but I've spoken to my sister so much more this past week or so, than I usually do. It's made me realise what's important in life. We are a close family, and we'll get through this with her. I can't even begin to explain how relieved I am. I was wishing it was me, and not her. I have never felt so much heartache for one of my siblings, I really haven't.
Thank you :-)
Thank you :-)
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