Diagnosis of Endometrial CA on 5/9/02

Just wanted to pop in and give you a . I understand the fears you have right now. A move on top of it all...whew! That's quite alot to deal with all at once. Maybe the move is a good thing as you will have lots to keep you busy. I had a month to think and it consumed me and I was very worked up by the time I had surgery.

The thing I wish I had done was to make a list of all my questions and gone over them one by one with my Dr.. I had never had major surgery before, never had general anesthesia. I had alot of questions in my head but when I got in the office I painted on the 'I'm just fine!' smile and tried to be brave. I kept thinking...I want to know...I don't want to know. And I figured if lots of other people get through this, I will, too, and with all that I forgot my questions. So if you want to remember what your Dr. said, you might want to write it down or take someone with you who will be able to remember for you.

We are here for you, Legume. Everyone here is very supportive and caring and were just as scared as you are now once upon a time not long ago. We know how much we need each other and Hystersisters and we want to pass on to you the same support we get when we are in an anxious frame of mind. You are not alone.

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kaatie

I have not had cancer but my heart goes out to you. You might want to read Fran Drescher's new book, "Cancer Schmancer" which is currently on the best seller's list. She had the same kind of cancer as you a year or so ago and is recovering. I saw her on a talk show and she seems very positive and upbeat. Good luck to you. You will find lots and lots of support from the ladies here on the boards.