Cervical cancer

unreg..... · 12-21-2007, 01:46 PM

I received a phone call from my GP earlier today and he informed me that I have stage II cervical cancer. At 28 years of age, I am stunned ( I know that there are no age limits, but i can't believe it). I have to start treatment in three weeks time. He went on to say don't worry about it, get over the Christmas and we'll talk about the procedures then. The news came as a shock and I never thought to ask any questions.

Does anyone know what the treatment involves and how long is the recovery time?

Any help would be appreciated

Thanks

under_my_amberella · 12-21-2007, 02:00 PM

omg, I'm so sorry! I know my mom had it, it was removed, and she went on to have 2 more healthy children. I'm not sure what stage it was at though. Wish I could help more.

enchiladaman · 12-21-2007, 02:04 PM

Not sure if this is the same thing but my ex gf had abnormal cells in her cervix that would lead to cervical cancer if nothing was done to prevent it. She got a L.E.E.P. procedure done and it didn't take very long at all and so far she has had nothing come back. There are many women that have to have this done at some point in their life...usually as a result of HPV...a very common STD found in about 80% of the population.

Can you share some more details? I'll try to answer as many of your questions as I can.

Sully · 12-21-2007, 02:15 PM

Stage II: In this stage, the cancer has spread beyond the cervix to nearby areas, but it is still inside the pelvic area.
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Stage II Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer diagnosed as stage II disease is commonly detected from an abnormal Pap smear or pelvic examination. Following a staging evaluation of cervical cancer, a stage II cancer is said to exist if the cancer has extended beyond the cervix to the upper portion of the vagina (stage IIA) or to the tissues next to the cervix, called the parametria (stage IIB). Patients with stage II cervical cancer are generally treated with a combination of radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Some patients with stage IIA disease can undergo a radical hysterectomy, sometimes followed by a course of radiation therapy.
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I have had the LEEP procedure done and it is no worse than a few horribly bad period cramps. Then you get something like a period and a nasty piece of your cervix comes out during that time. YUK

Mine never got as far as the stage 2. I am not really sure about any of it. Make sure to get a second opinion and thought you dont' need me...if you need to talk just PM me.

XOXO
Sully

Kiwi_Sweet · 12-21-2007, 02:17 PM

I am really sorry to hear this. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Merry Christmas,

Nadia

beauty21 · 12-21-2007, 02:19 PM

I know my friend had cervical cancer. But I don't know what stage. She said that all they had to do was cut the piece of her cervix off that was infected. After that she did get pregnant but had a lot of complications. But to my understanding only with her first child. At only 4 months she had to have her vagina sewn together because it was very weak. And she had to be on bedrest for the following 5 months after that. She is able to have more children. She has 4 now.

Jeen · 12-21-2007, 02:24 PM

How could your doctor be sow insensitive giving you this information over a phone, I'm really sorry to hear of this, and don't know what to say.

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Sully · 12-21-2007, 02:43 PM

I also have HPV. That is what causes my abdnormal cells. Best part are the paps every 3 months.

I will pray for you.

kyphosalq · 12-21-2007, 02:44 PM

I feel for you! I had also HPV related abnormalities and had my uterus frozen and scraped off. It was like super bad menstrual cramps but 6 years later it had not come back. So there is hope, don't get too discouraged.
kisses and hugs !!!

RayKay · 12-21-2007, 02:53 PM

Hey unreg....

I am sorry to hear of your diagnosis.

I had cervical dysplasia (which they said was a Stage I but I was young and had no idea what was going on!) when I was 16 (they did not test for HPV back then when you had it as they did not know link and I have never tested positive for it since) and had several procedures as it was so stubborn (biopsy, LEEP, cryosurgery, laser surgery) until it was removed - I remember how scary it was! I was also so young, and even embarrased and did not want to tell anyone (only my boyfriend knew - not even my mum knew until much later!).

I have been fine ever since, but if/when I have children I will need to have my cervix sutured until delivery.

I am so adamant about women getting regular PAPs because you need to catch this early, and often women don't know until it is more advanced. It is very treatable when caught early.

One of my friends had cervical cancer (it was also Stage II) and had part of her cervix removed, it was tough but she has been cancer free for several years. She already had children & did not want more, so not sure if she still could.

What a horrible time of year I know to find out. Two years ago on December 18th, my mother was diagnosed with Stage III breast cancer (she is doing VERY well today though has had a lot of treatment/surgery) and it coloured the holidays in many ways (but also made them all that more important).

Do some research until you see doctor again, but try to also surround yourself with hope.

RK

12-21-2007, 01:46 PM	#1
unreg..... Offline Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 15	Cervical cancer I received a phone call from my GP earlier today and he informed me that I have stage II cervical cancer. At 28 years of age, I am stunned ( I know that there are no age limits, but i can't believe it). I have to start treatment in three weeks time. He went on to say don't worry about it, get over the Christmas and we'll talk about the procedures then. The news came as a shock and I never thought to ask any questions. Does anyone know what the treatment involves and how long is the recovery time? Any help would be appreciated Thanks

12-21-2007, 02:24 PM	#7
Jeen Offline Gold Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Within myself. Gender: Female Age: 39 Posts: 777	How could your doctor be sow insensitive giving you this information over a phone, I'm really sorry to hear of this, and don't know what to say. [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] __________________ In everyday there is time to cry, smile, hope, believe, live, work, think, forget, love, dance, play, help, ask, 我不懂！and a million more. "I just have to do it" Last edited by Jeen; 12-21-2007 at 02:28 PM.

12-21-2007, 02:53 PM	#10
RayKay Offline Platinum Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Middle of Canada Gender: Female Age: 30 Posts: 13,270	Hey unreg.... I am sorry to hear of your diagnosis. I had cervical dysplasia (which they said was a Stage I but I was young and had no idea what was going on!) when I was 16 (they did not test for HPV back then when you had it as they did not know link and I have never tested positive for it since) and had several procedures as it was so stubborn (biopsy, LEEP, cryosurgery, laser surgery) until it was removed - I remember how scary it was! I was also so young, and even embarrased and did not want to tell anyone (only my boyfriend knew - not even my mum knew until much later!). I have been fine ever since, but if/when I have children I will need to have my cervix sutured until delivery. I am so adamant about women getting regular PAPs because you need to catch this early, and often women don't know until it is more advanced. It is very treatable when caught early. One of my friends had cervical cancer (it was also Stage II) and had part of her cervix removed, it was tough but she has been cancer free for several years. She already had children & did not want more, so not sure if she still could. What a horrible time of year I know to find out. Two years ago on December 18th, my mother was diagnosed with Stage III breast cancer (she is doing VERY well today though has had a lot of treatment/surgery) and it coloured the holidays in many ways (but also made them all that more important). Do some research until you see doctor again, but try to also surround yourself with hope. RK __________________ [FONT=Comic Sans MS][COLOR=darkolivegreen][B]<--- [COLOR=sienna]Carbun the Super-Bunny[/COLOR][/B][/COLOR][/FONT] [B][FONT=Comic Sans MS][COLOR=#556b2f][/COLOR][/FONT][/B] [FONT=Comic Sans MS][COLOR=darkolivegreen][B]At the end of the day, how you imprinted on someones life and heart is the only true mark any of us leave on this earth and is what we are most proud of... [/B][/COLOR][/FONT][I][SIZE=1]- My Biggest Hero and Mentor: My Mum.[/SIZE][/I] [FONT=Comic Sans MS][COLOR=orange][B]Il faut d'abord durer [/B][/COLOR][/FONT][I][SIZE=1]- Ernest Hemingway[/SIZE][/I]

12-21-2007, 02:00 PM	#2
under_my_amberella Offline Platinum Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Gender: Female Age: 28 Posts: 5,035	omg, I'm so sorry! I know my mom had it, it was removed, and she went on to have 2 more healthy children. I'm not sure what stage it was at though. Wish I could help more.

12-21-2007, 02:04 PM	#3
enchiladaman Offline Silver Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 405	Not sure if this is the same thing but my ex gf had abnormal cells in her cervix that would lead to cervical cancer if nothing was done to prevent it. She got a L.E.E.P. procedure done and it didn't take very long at all and so far she has had nothing come back. There are many women that have to have this done at some point in their life...usually as a result of HPV...a very common STD found in about 80% of the population. Can you share some more details? I'll try to answer as many of your questions as I can.

12-21-2007, 02:15 PM	#4
Sully Offline Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Paris, Tennessee Gender: Female Age: 29 Posts: 28	Stage II: In this stage, the cancer has spread beyond the cervix to nearby areas, but it is still inside the pelvic area. [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] Stage II Cervical Cancer Cervical cancer diagnosed as stage II disease is commonly detected from an abnormal Pap smear or pelvic examination. Following a staging evaluation of cervical cancer, a stage II cancer is said to exist if the cancer has extended beyond the cervix to the upper portion of the vagina (stage IIA) or to the tissues next to the cervix, called the parametria (stage IIB). Patients with stage II cervical cancer are generally treated with a combination of radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Some patients with stage IIA disease can undergo a radical hysterectomy, sometimes followed by a course of radiation therapy. [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] _____________________________________________ I have had the LEEP procedure done and it is no worse than a few horribly bad period cramps. Then you get something like a period and a nasty piece of your cervix comes out during that time. YUK Mine never got as far as the stage 2. I am not really sure about any of it. Make sure to get a second opinion and thought you dont' need me...if you need to talk just PM me. XOXO Sully

12-21-2007, 02:17 PM	#5
Kiwi_Sweet Offline Join Date: Oct 2007 Gender: Female Posts: 989	I am really sorry to hear this. My prayers go out to you and your family. Merry Christmas, Nadia

12-21-2007, 02:19 PM	#6
beauty21 Offline Gold Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 960	I know my friend had cervical cancer. But I don't know what stage. She said that all they had to do was cut the piece of her cervix off that was infected. After that she did get pregnant but had a lot of complications. But to my understanding only with her first child. At only 4 months she had to have her vagina sewn together because it was very weak. And she had to be on bedrest for the following 5 months after that. She is able to have more children. She has 4 now.

12-21-2007, 02:43 PM	#8
Sully Offline Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Paris, Tennessee Gender: Female Age: 29 Posts: 28	I also have HPV. That is what causes my abdnormal cells. Best part are the paps every 3 months. I will pray for you.

12-21-2007, 02:44 PM	#9
kyphosalq Offline Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 2	I feel for you! I had also HPV related abnormalities and had my uterus frozen and scraped off. It was like super bad menstrual cramps but 6 years later it had not come back. So there is hope, don't get too discouraged. kisses and hugs !!!