Waiting for diagnosis

Sourced from The Hysterectomy Association: Hysterectomy Association - Hysterectomy Association - hysterectomy, menopause and hormone replacement therapy (hrt) information and support for women. I have just joined this group. Just over 2 years ago I had a polypectomy (removal of polyp) following months of constant bleeding (I had been on low dose HRT but had stopped several months prior). I had a follow-up scan prior to which I had been told if I didn’t hear anything then everything was fine. Last week I saw my GP because of night sweats. Night after night I would be woken 8 or 9 times and it was getting me down. Whilst there I mentioned I was having some pain in my left abdomen and that I had a large hard swelling. I could only describe it as it felt like a pregnant uterus. He examined me and referred me urgently for scan. He also did a ca125 blood test which has come back raised. I have my scan tomorrow then presumably will see gynaecologist. I am presuming that I will probably need a hysterectomy. Just wondered if anyone has had a similar experience? *************************************************************** Now available on our online store and all other online book store’s. In My Own Words: Women’s Experience of Hysterectomy is full pf many other real-life stories from women the world over. Other people’s stories help women feel less isolated. They show that they aren’t going mad, missing the point or stupid. The post Waiting for diagnosis written by Li...
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