stick to your guns--advocate for yourself

When my sister was finally diagnosed with UPSC IVB (after almost a year of CT's, PET's, MRI's and general incompetency) I realized that although she was asymptomatic, I had a few of the symptoms. I decided to check in with my gyn and ask for a more thorough exam to address my concerns. First I had to speak to her nurse about the nature of my request, and every concern I had ( breast cancer survivor who used tamoxifen for many years, painful intercourse, unusual discharge, some bloating) was cavalierly dismissed by her. She ended up telling me that I could have any test I wanted if I was willing to pay for it. Her attitude alone made me determined to find another gyn. I am a mature, intelligent woman and did not appreciate being treated so dismissively. My new gynecologist listed to my concerns and ordered a trans vaginal test. It came back that the lining of my uterus is abnormally thick--even for a post menopausal woman. I will be having a D&C done next month (wish it could be sooner). I am not (mostly) too concerned about the outcome--just happy to be doing what I need to do to keep on top of things and rule stuff out.
My advice: it's your body, follow up on your instincts. When I had a breast lump that was suspicious for cancer, a needle biopsy came back negative. My surgeton said I could just keep a watch on it or I could have surgery. I opted for surgery. The biopsy after surgery revealed that it was cancerous. I'm 11 years out (after chemo and radiation) and happy I pursued my gut instincts.
best to all of you brave women,
Linda