Newly Diagnosis Endometrial Adenocarcinoma

packngo

I am 61 y/o and a mother of 3 wonderful grown children. I had been having some postmenopausal bleeding, and my ultrasound showed an endometrial stripe of 19 mm. My primary doctor referred me to a GYN doctor who completed an endometrial biopsy. Yesterday, I received a call from the GYN doctor stating the biopsy was positive for Endometrial Adenocarcinoma. I felt like I knew it would be positive because of how thick the endometrial stripe was, but hearing the words CANCER took me completely by surprise. She is referring me to a GYN Oncologist for hysterectomy/BSO/omentectomy. Now, I'm waiting for Oncology to schedule an appointment. Informed the family of the results yesterday, and they are very supportive. I am trying to stay strong for them, but I'm very nervous about what else may be found once the Oncologist starts treatment, and not knowing what to expect. I have started reading on Endometrial cancer and pre-/post-hysterectomy in hopes of empowering myself with knowledge and lessening my fears.

Trying to keep my head up,

Cora

NoTimeForCancer

hey packngo, it is all overwhelming for sure! I am glad to hear you were referred to a Gynecologic Oncologist - that is who you want and I suspect the next big step will be a hysterectomy. That will tell them a lot more on what all they are dealing with and what the treatment, in any, will be.

Be careful of old Dr Google - anything over 5 years is OLD info, but please feel free to ask anything. You are not alone.

packngo

Thank You

JaeD

I am a few weeks ahead of you. I was diagnosed March 24, had a total hysterectomy on 4/18 (robotic) and thank GOD it was found very early although it is an aggressive form so I start chemo next week and radiation June 12. It is SOOOO overwhelming! Even though there was no cancer anywhere other than the endometrial lining, they said there could be microscopic cells still present so thus the chemo and radiation. I know how you feel. It is just too much all at once.

packngo

Thank you. I wish you a speedy recovery!

NoTimeForCancer

https://csn.cancer.org/discussion/comment/1722794#Comment_1722794

Hey JaeD, if I may make a suggestion, take a breath and know this is a journey you take one step at a time. Hugs dear

packngo

My anxiety is getting higher as I finally get closer to seeing the GYN Oncologist on Jun 17th. I guess the reality of having cancer is finally catching up. The wait of finding out the stage of my cancer is the worst. Not knowing the stage and not really knowing my treatment options can sometimes feel overwhelming. All I really know is I am being seen by GYN Oncologist for hysterectomy.

I have been leaning on my faith to try to take it a day at a time and trying to stay positive for the family. I don't want them worrying about me.

This site has help me stay focus and not stress too much with all the support that is shown. I would like to thank you all for having an outlet to express our fears, concerns and questions!

NoTimeForCancer

Cora, are you taking anyone with you to the gyn onc visit? I had my BFF with me and that was comforting for me. We sat quietly, she took notes for me in a notebook, and served as my second set of ears.

You are not alone.

packngo

My daughters will be going with me. So I don't have to try and absorb all this by myself. I have start a journal to try to keep track of it all . Get the idea from one of your postings. :)