I think you both introduced yourselves at the same time, and we're glad
you are both here.
Leslie, I am so sorry you are having to through so much so quickly. It's
nice to be "Unique," but not this way, right? But I think there have
been a number of us who haven't fit the norm. Hang in there, and i am
sure others on this forum will have sugestions for you.
Ann, glad you piped up, and encourage you to go ahead and find out what
you're up against. We'll stick by you and help all we can.
Blessings to both of you in this journey, and glad you're here! Love,
Joicy
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I've been visiting a lot of discussion groups, but I didn't recall
introducing myself here. Please forgive me if this is a repeat.
I was recently diagnosed with endometrial adenocarcinoma which was found
through a metastatic lesion on my spine. An aching back was the first
indication I had of any trouble.
I keep hearing that it is so unusual a)for me to get this at my age (I'm
36); b) that I had no
warning before I was already metastatic; c) that my mets is distant (to
bone) before local (CT scans show only uterus and bone affected); d) I
have
NO other health problems (that I know of) and fell into none of the
"risk"
categories. It's not an uncommon form of cancer, but the above facts
have
stumped more than a few panels.
I'm scheduled for surgery next week, then radiation to my back and maybe
pelvic area. Chemo and or hormone treatments, but I still have lots of
questions to ask and I'm deciding between many doctors. One doctor
today
even thinks I might do well on hormones and radiation without surgery.
I
like that idea a lot!
Thankfully, through these discussion groups, I have learned even more
than I
could on my own, and I have gained knowledge about things to request
from my
doctors and other treatments to
investigate. I'd appreciate any insight and input.
I love getting so many emails each time I check. I'm only sorry that
we're
here for the reasons we are. I wish you all the best, and I look
forward to
hearing from you.
Leslie
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