Abnormal bleeding/hysterectomy

I don't know what else could go wrong with my body. I was having abnormal vaginal bleeding the last several weeks. I told my Dr. because I thought the blood thinners were the issue. She assured me that it's not the thinners, but another issue. So she checked me and sent me immediately to a GYN. He did a pelvic too and ordered a ultrasound. The results is not what I wanted to hear. They are sending me to a cancer Dr. for surgery next week. They are not sure if it's cancer yet, but a large mass found. So I will get a hysterectomy.

I have so many health issues, sometimes I hate to complain thinking they might think I might have somatic issues. Everything I go to the Dr. for is always proven true. So sometimes I tend to try not to complain of medical issues going on. This sometimes might put myself in danger. I just hope it's benign. I have had normal pap smears, so I hope it turns out well. I am trying to put this on the back burner , but it's hard when they use the word cancer.

Medical issues are often scary, but it sounds like you are on top of whatever is going on.

You did the right thing and went to the doctor to get examined, once you suspected something was 'off.' It sounds like you've taken care of yourself, too (getting Pap smears, etc.), so that's another plus. That should ease your mind, somewhat.

Yes, please keep us posted. You're in my thoughts and prayers. I have a feeling things will go well for you.

I feel your pain; I am recovering from an ovarian cyst that ruptured last week, and I have another still clinging to my right ovary. I was ignoring my body beacon signals and wound up passing out in the bathroom. One doctor mentioned the 'H' word (I'm only 33).

You are fortunate that you're not hard headed like me and spoke up. :)

And AustenFan, I'm checking out HysterSisters myself. Thanks!

Sounds like you can't seem to catch a break (((hugs))). I too am like you and have a ton of medical issues besides my fibro.

I just wanted to let you know that I understand what you're going through and if you have any questions regarding hysterectomies ask away. I had mine done at age 32 with only having one child. I had to have a total hysterectomy, that means everything was removed. I was placed on hormone replacement therapy the very next day and stayed on it until they Doctor found I had a blood clot in my IVC back in 2007.

I'm no longer on hormone replacement therapy, I did 6 months of blood thinners and came off them. 2 years later I got another blood clot this time in my SVC. So, I'm on blood thinners for the remainder of my life. Why I'm getting clots in the normal places my Doctor's don't understand it.

As for the possibility of cancer, I'll pray that it's not and that everything turns out fine. I was told in May of 2013 I have T-cell LGL Leukemia and it's quite a shock to hear you have cancer, but you work thru it and continue to fight. I have many days when I want to give up with life, have RA/Fibro/Lupus is more than plenty for me but I guess I need to learn something or someone in my life does. So I forge ahead and do what needs to be done.

Don't give up, keep fighting I know you go thru a lot and have had a very difficult time. You can handle this and you'll do just fine. You have everyone here pulling for you and of course, we're all praying for you. Please know that I'll keep you in my prayers and if you have any questions that I might be able to help with ask away.

Hugs,
Barbara

Barbara- I use to get frequent blood clots in the lungs which probably came from another source in my body. They would treat me then one dr. Says why do you get so many clots? I said I don't know. They had a hematologist come in and he found the answer by a blood test. I have a gene mutation factor ? that causes them. It's hereditary and you can never take hormones. I will be on Coumadin the rest of my life too. I have so many problems regulating lately. Maybe it's the tumor causing the levels to go crazy. So you might want to ask your Dr. about the gene mutation.

Angel, earlier this year one of my daughters had tests because she has endometriosis and was having a lot of pain. They discovered what they thought was a mass and ordered more tests. Well, it wasn't a mass they were seeing. I can't remember what they were seeing but it wasn't what they were concerned about...cancer. It sure frightened us though.

You have had more than your share of problems lately. Hopefully everything will clear up soon. Keep us posted because we really care about you.

Sherrine

Ach, Angel! I'm sorry to hear this.

You really have had a tough haul lately, haven't you?

You said you don't have much support at home....I wonder if your hubby is like mine: if he ignores it, (whatever "it" is), then it doesn't exist, or at least hardly exists...if he fully acknowledges it, it has more power...magical thinking or something. Drives me batty!

Anyway, you're in my thoughts and prayers too. I'm glad cancer doesn't run in your family and that your last pap smear was negative. That's all to the good. :)

Debbie