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All cancer is serious, but what is the outlook for cancer of the womb?

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crazyH Mon 01-May-23 16:57:11

My Mum used to say “Where there’s life, there’s hope “ - treatments these days are so far advanced. You are obviously having a full hysterectomy? I’m not medically qualified and don’t know much. I’m sure someone will come along soon and enlighten you further flowers

Doodle Mon 01-May-23 16:55:14

Unigran I’m sorry. This must have come as a shock for you.
As with most things, the sooner investigated the better.
My dear sister in law had cancer of the womb. She had a total hysterectomy and other bits removed. During the procedure they ‘nicked’ the spleen and she had to have that removed too. She had two serious operations (the womb and removal of spleen) then had a period of chemotherapy. She went on to have many years of good and enjoyable life. Her grandchildren were young when she had the op but fully grown and at work long before she eventually died of something different.

I hope you get treated soon and I wish you all the best of luck.

SueDonim Mon 01-May-23 16:50:37

I don’t know the answer to your questions, I’m sorry, but don’t lose hope. There are options nowadays and I hope they can find something to help. flowers

Unigran4 Mon 01-May-23 16:46:21

I have been bleeding since the end of January this year. I got a doctor's appointment immediately and have been sent for all the right investigations. I saw the consultant who told me I had cancer of the womb and that it was advanced.

Bloods and CT scan done, MRI next week. The bleeding is now very heavy and I am deadly tired.

Basically, what are my chances? I don't think I'll see next Christmas, but am I being too gloomy?