Uterine Cancer Support Group

Uterine cancer is cancer of the uterus. It mainly occurs after menopause, and presents with vaginal bleeding. It is the most common gynecologic cancer in the United States, with over 35,000 women being diagnosed each year in the U.S. Meet with friendly, supportive people sharing their experiences with Uterine Cancer.

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Hi there. I am 38 years old and this past year I have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer (stage 1a) and ALSO unexpectedly uterine cancer (stage 2b - grade 1) My oncologist isn't overly concerned about the uterine cancer - even though finding it was a complete shock to all of us....after dealing with ovca since June. (uterine found in Dec.) Anyway - I have one more chemo treatment to go (thank the Lord) and then start radiation in March. (5 weeks of external, then 3 sessions of brachytherapy) Can anyone tell me what to expect? I know in some ways it isn't as bad as chemo - no neuropathy, etc....but I have heard it can cause extreme fatigue that is even worse than chemo........just wondering what to expect.

Thank so much....

Amy
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I have not had chemo, I have stage 2B Uterine cancer. It had invaded the cervix. I begin radiation tomorrow. I too have read bout fatigue but I wanted to know from someone who had gone through if for this type of cancer, what were your side effects.
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Hi, I am new to this support group! How great to be able to chat to people with similiar issues. I was diagnosed in April of 2007 with Stage 2B Uterine cancer. I had a radical hysterectomy followed by 25 radiation treatments. The side effects of the radiation didn't kick in until after about 14 treatments. Basically the only issue I had to deal with was irritable bowel. I had an appointment with a dietician and changing your diet helps a lot. I had some nausea a couple of weeks after the treatments were completed but that was me. You may not have any problems! Good Luck!
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Hi Amy,
I also had the brachytherapy treatment. I was admitted to the hosptial on a Thursday around noon and they inserted the rod (actually quite painless a little like having a pap test) You are in bed for the duration of the treatmet. In my case it was about 35 hours. It is fairly comfortable...they move you from your back to your side every few hours. I wasn't allowed to sit up at all only about 15 degrees. That is the uncomfortable part, because you have to eat and drink lying down. Make sure you take books, computer, tv and talk to people on the phone, that will make the time pass for you! The nurses don't come in too often because they have to turn off the machine to do so. So the isolation is hard..so make sure you have lots to keep you occupied! It is supposed to be an excellent treatment thought and worthwhile so imagine the good it is doing for you! I had my radiation and brachytherapy just over a year ago in December 2007. Im doing well (except for the annoying menopause symptoms!!) Anyway I'm here if you need to talk! Good Luck girl!
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Mostly, it is fatigue, nausea and vomiting. It can make the person radioactive but it depends on the type of radiation therapy given. I have found this site that could help you about radiation therapy. http://doctorfinders.com/radiation-oncologist.php
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