Cervical Cancer

I found out today that I have cervical cancer... It appears that it has not gone any farther than the outer cells, and although a rarer and more aggressive form than normally seen, my OB/GYN is pretty certain we can surgically remove it without the need for a hystorectomy or radiation/chemo. I have to call next week to schedule the surgery - it's outpatient but they put you completely out... Guys, I'm really scared. I'm only 30 years old. I don't want to have a hysterectomy, even though I'm not having any more kids. In fact, she's going to tie my tubes the same time I do this surgery. Right now, though, I'm so freaked out, I just want to get it OUT of me. I litterally feel like my skin is crawling. I've worked so hard to get healthy and now this... What's THAT all about??? Oh, and to top it off, it's my 5 year anniversary. Because of the procedure I had to do 2 weeks ago that concluded in this diagnosis, my DH and I aren't able to really celebrate, if you know what I mean. About the time I will be able to, I'll have this surgery and it'll be another 6 weeks at least.

What news. Eat lots of mushrooms, maitake if you can... and I'll be praying for you. Am sure you already know this... but just imagine the extra problems "going completely out" you would confront if you were at your old weight. Hopefully recovery time will go quickly. Take care and keep us up to date.

Maitake, huh? Where can I find those? I eat lots of mushrooms, anyway, but usually just the regular button ones.

Becky! Oh no! I'm so sorry, hon. What news! I'm glad that you are getting your tests done and that the doctor is certain that it can be taken care of! As for the intimacy with your husband...there will be time for that. Just get yourself past this hurdle and get your health straightened out and the fun will come later! Sorry you didn't get your celebration but I wanted to wish you both a Happy 5th! Hugs, Kathy

Thanks Kathy. I'm sure it will be fine, it's just pretty freaky... As for the sex thing, I just think it's rather ironic that now that I actually WANT to have sex, I can't... On the upside, though, Aaron took me to a jewelry store and let me pick out a BEAUTIFUL bracelet. I'll take a pic tomorrow and post it on my profile for you to see.

I am so sorry Becky! I will be so praying for you that everything will go smoothly. I am sending you some of my strength to help you get through this and lots of hugs!

Thanks, Lisa, I could definately use all of the above right now. I like to think I'm a pretty strong person... Or wait, that's stubborn... But this just really threw me for a loop. I am proud to say, however, that my stress-freak-cry-weep binging session amounted to 2 sf oatmeal cookies dipped in milk. Not bad considering what I would have done Pre-WLS...

mmm...oatmeal cookies sound so good right now. Hey....stubborn is a good thing....that means you can kick this cancer in the behind!!!!

Hi Becky, I am really sorry to hear that. I will be praying for you. And I am sure that DH will be waiting for you once you are through this ordeal. Take care of yourself and keep us posted on your progress. Andrea

Thanks, Andrea, I appreciate your prayers!