I could use your help and support

iVillage Member
Registered: 05-06-2007
I could use your help and support
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Wed, 07-22-2009 - 9:54am

I really need all of the help and support that I can get.  ivillage has always been an excellent source for women with all kinds of problems. 


Monday, I went to my new GYN for a gyn exam, assuming that I would need to have polups removed as had been done before.  Instead he felt I needed to have a uterine biopsy.  He did that....horribly painful.  Yesterday consisted of ultrasounds and mammograms.  He called last evening with results.  It confirmed his suspision, and I have now been diagnosed with uterine cancer.  He tells me that if a woman is to get cancer, this is the best kind, because it is "treatable".  I will have an appointment with the oncologist and surgery to follow.


I fully expect to get through this.  I understand through my research online that it is the most common cancer among women.  Also through my research, I have learned that health is a big factor.  I have been neglecting mine for a number of years now.  I simply got tired.  That's okay, that's past.  I can't do anything about it.  But I can start now.  I woke up yesterday morning from what little sleep I have gotten...lol.  I told my husband that I wanted 2 things.  First, I want a laptop, second I want a recumbent bike (stationary). 


I had already been attempting to modify my eating habits, so that will continue. 


I am going to utilize the Stress & Women message board to log my days, feelings and experience.  I am going to use this board with your alls help to keep on track healthwise.    I think the two will be an excellent combination.  I resigned my cl position on the self-esteem board, so that I would not get off track into other people's stories and not focus on what I need.  It's time to be selfish.  Thanks for listening...again. 

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Registered: 05-29-2009
Wed, 07-22-2009 - 10:14am

{{N2}}

 


yougogirl

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Registered: 10-07-2008
Wed, 07-22-2009 - 10:32am

Oh yes ...we all understand.

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Registered: 03-19-2003
Wed, 07-22-2009 - 12:05pm
{{{N2}}}
Am sorry to hear about your diagnois :(
Am glad to hear you will be focusing on you now ..
Not selfish at all & good for you to do.
I do hope you will allow us here to help any way we can.
Lean on us, use *here* to help any way you want.
As well as rant, rave, cry, scream, whatever you need.
We are all here for you in any way.
You're not alone & we care :)

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Registered: 09-13-2005
Wed, 07-22-2009 - 12:44pm


I am so sorry to hear about your news. On the other hand I am so proud of you because you have a wonderful attitude. Being positive and having a good moral is very very important. I am also pleased that this cancer is treatable.

As for you being selfish, I don't think making the decision to begin taking care of you first is being selfish. Once you can take care of you, then you will be able to take care of other. Just knowing that you are unable to listen to others at this time and help them out is being very smart.

You will be fine and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Continue with your positive thinking and please let us know how you are doing.

((((((((((hugs))))))))))))

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iVillage Member
Registered: 05-06-2007
Wed, 07-22-2009 - 1:42pm

I knew support was here, and you all have not let me down....lol.

iVillage Member
Registered: 05-15-2003
Wed, 07-22-2009 - 8:53pm

Aw, I am so sorry, n2

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iVillage Member
Registered: 03-19-2003
Wed, 07-22-2009 - 9:30pm
Doing what you are doing right now is great n2,
One day at a time for now ..
Hang in there ..
Remember we are here for you anytime & always :)

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iVillage Member
Registered: 05-06-2007
Wed, 07-22-2009 - 11:40pm
Thank you all for your support.
iVillage Member
Registered: 03-19-2003
Wed, 07-22-2009 - 11:46pm
Congratulations on your upcoming 18th anniversary n2,
You need to go out & eat whatevers
Yes *normal* will come .. ait & see.
In the meantime ..
If you wnsted you could journal/c/p it here as well.
Whatever your heart desires
Keep setting those goals ..
In fact .. post them in our daily goal thread too ..
Make those future plans .. you have lots to do :)

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Registered: 03-14-2007
Fri, 07-24-2009 - 10:38pm

Oh, goodness, I don't know how I missed this post earlier. I feel sad for you that you're having to face this fear and illness and all that lies ahead towards recovery. You have your head in the right place, so go ahead and be selfish, it's your life and you have been kicked into survival mode. We will support you, please keep us informed, and we'll listen and cheer you on to victory.


May God place His healing hands on your body and make you well.


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