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TinaW - Alumni Hostess 2005

TinaW - Alumni Hostess 2005

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Hi, my name is Tina. I was born in Philadelphia and live in southern New Jersey. I am 43 y/o and have been married for 20 years. I have two (no, make that four!) wonderful children; a 16 y/o daughter, a 13 y/o son, and two mutts, whom we all think of as part of the family.

My chosen career is that of a Respiratory Therapist in the health care field. I have been blessed to have had a rewarding and challenging career. For the past couple of years I have been specializing in asthma management.

My journey to HysterSisters began this past December, 2000. I was not having any unusual problems , but was long overdue (by about 9 years!) for a yearly GYN check-up. No excuses for not going….shame on me! My GYN notified me that my PAP was abnormal, and a colposcopy followed. My GYN kept trying to reassure me that she believed that the abnormalities showed pre-cancerous cells due to the HPV virus, but of course, only the path reports would confirm. The results from the colposcopy also showed "pre-cancerous" cells, so I was scheduled for a LEEP procedure. The path results from that were positive for squamous cell carcinoma, and the margins were not clear. It's hard to describe the feeling you get when you hear cancer!

My next visit was to the ONC GYN, husband in tow. This Dr. explained to me that my options were a radical hysterectomy (TAH BSO) which included removal of surrounding lymph nodes for pathology testing, OR I could opt for chemo/radiation. The Dr. left the decision to me, stating that either option would have the same expected outcomes. I didn't even have to think about it, I wanted the surgery as I wanted the cancer out NOW!!

And so I began my internet search, which miraculously brought me to HysterSisters! I was so impressed with the level of compassion and understanding of all of these women. I found it to be reassuring that I was not alone and that there were others who could understand what I was feeling. HysterSisters became my lifeline! I had to wait 8 weeks from the date of the LEEP until my surgery. It was probably the longest 8 weeks of my life, and I found myself on the message boards daily, usually more than once! It really helped to prepare me, and my family, for what to expect.

I became a punctured princess on March 16, and am so thankful to report that surgery was successful. I now have frequent follow-ups with the ONC GYN; they started at every 2 months and I have just graduated to every 3 months. I will eventually move up to every 6 month visits up until I am cancer free for 5 years, at which point I will be able to have yearly checks. I have stayed with the HS boards as I feel a kindred spirit with all of the Ladies who post here!

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Recommended for Hysterectomy Recovery

The HysterSisters Store has gathered products made specifically for your recovery from surgery. Here are the best sellers we can recommend to help you:

The Great Binder Set - We have made it very easy for you and combined the two best binders and the Silky Sac into a great set to save you money! Our favorite is the Perfect Pocket binder with cold/hot packs!
Deluxe Hyst Prep Set - As you plan, we've gathered the best products into one set for special pricing.
Post-Op Panty - These great panties speed recovery, and reduces scarring. They contain a medical-grade silicone panel over incision to reduce scar's apperance while they provide support to weakened muscles and tissues from surgery. Excellent!
Softest Bra Ever - When you want to wear something, but feel nothing. This is the softest bra ever, in microfiber with no hardware or tags to chafe or dig! The comfort-ribbed underband stays in place gently, so it is perfect for sleeping and lounging.
HysterSisters Accessory Kit - Are you a HysterSisters fan? This set has a fun collection of HysterSisters items.
Very Private Moisture - Once your doctor gives you the green light for intimacy, this is the stuff! This is a best selling product with a high rate of permanent, satisfied, repeat customers! Relieves vaginal dryness instantly, protects tissue & enhances intimacy. "Buy it for the problem, use it for the pleasure."

Tinamarie - Alumni Hostess 2002

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Aram Bonni, M.D. 25108 Marguerite Parkway Suite A-259 Mission Viejo CA 92692 949-916-2100	Christopher Stroud, M.D. 11123 Parkivew Plaza Drive Suite 101 Fort Wayne IN 46845 2609695071	Brad Cohen, M.D. 2477 Route 516 Suite 103 Old Bridge NJ 08857 732-679-6900
Mark Richey, M.D. 1200 Airport Heights Ste 205 Anchorage AK 99508 9072724443	Marshall Bovelsky, M.D. 200 Banning St Suite 320 Dover DE 19904 302-674-0223	Scott Dinesen, M.D. 599 W State Street Suite 301 Doylestown PA 18901 215 489-2066
Wilfredo R. Ramos, M.D. 5301 F Street, Suite 210 Sacramento CA 95819 (916) 453-3440	Lauren Streicher, M.D. Gynecologic Specialists of Northwestern, S.C 680 N. Lake Shore Dr., Suite 117 Chicago IL 60611 (312)654-1166	Mayra J. Thompson, M.D. 5323 Harry Hines Blvd Dept OBGYN Dallas TX 75290 214-645-3888

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