ct scan results

[Mickie1409]

hi as some people in the group are aware I had ct scan 2 weeks ago today I got my results the cyst is mucuios filled with jelly the ct scan could not give complete answer as to whether it was cancerous or not bit of a shock to walk in to room with a macmillion nurse however my consultant has said his gut feeling is there is nothing nasty and if there is then it would be contained he said ct scan has not picked up any evidence that there is anything nasty anywhere else it’s just he has to treat it as if it is cancer until it is proven it’s not obviously there are no guarantees until he goes in . I am terrified of upcoming surgery I’m scared of waking up on the table I’m scared of not waking up irrational fear is a horrible thing anyway I thought it was only right that I posted an update because I feel that this forum is a great place for support and if my story helps someone down the line then it can only be a good thing xxxx

[Lyndy]

Well that could have been a whole lot worse Mickie1409, so although it may not feel like it, you have drawn a lucky straw by the sound of it.

I know you will worry about the surgery but look how far you have come already! xx

[Zelam]

Wishing you all the best for your surgery x

[Riverflo]

That does sound like really positive news Mickie1409 and I hope the surgery brings even better news!

I also found surgery pretty scary, worrying about not waking up, and about strangers delving around inside me but I tried to focus on how essential it was and how routine it is for these highly professional people.

Make sure you ask any questions of the surgeon or anaesthetist that could put your mind at rest.

Wishing you the best.

Martine xx

[Mickie1409]

thanks everyone I’m just treating surgery as if I’m having a c section at least it’s less scary that way as I had c section in 95 when they still have the option of being knocked out which I did x it’s so strange that at 19 I didn’t really think about operations being a big deal now at 47 I’m so terrified .

[wendydee]

I was scared of just the same things that you are, Mickie. I told the nurses when they came round for my pre-op and it was the best thing I did. There was a theatre health assistant who came and spoke to me about my fear of waking up during the op. She promised me that she would stay with me throughout and watch out for any signs of me being distressed ( I’ve no idea if she did, but she was there as I went under the anaesthetic and when I came round)… it was very reassuring. Tell someone about your fears. They’re probably more normal than you realise and they’ll hopefully find a way to help you to cope with them.

Mine was cancer but slow growing and very early stage. The recovery from the op was steady and not painful and I’m still here, enjoying life, 20 years later. You’ll cope when it comes to the time for your op. Stay strong.

Love Wendy xx

[Hidden]

Hi, my ct scan showed a mass and was told exactly the same as you, all contained and no disease found elsewhere. Had my op 3 weeks later and was told all contained and no cancer or cells found anywhere else apart from the tumour. They removed that and now having preventative chemo. My cancer was staged at 1c2 as ruptured on removal. I'm doing ok but also like you I have Terrible anxiety, once I knew what it was and got a plan of action then I did calm down. X

[SopSinger]

Please don't be afraid of surgery - it's scary for you (I suspect it's more about the worries over the result than the surgery itself, as you've already been through a C section), but the staff do this every day, they know what they're doing and you'll be fine. Let the nurses know you're anxious, they won't be surprised and someone will be there to give reassurance and hold your hand if necessary. Hope all goes well and do update us when you're up to it.

[Berry_peach]

I had surgery in November 22, having never had a general. I remember that feeling so well (my first words when I came round from surgery were ‘I’m still alive’!!) I was terrified of the actual surgery and what I was going to be told afterwards. Mine turned out to be cancer but contained and I’m coming to the end of a ‘mopping up’ chemotherapy treatment. My consultant was however quite sure from scan results and CA125 levels that it was cancer and she was right, so it sounds positive that they don’t think it is - I don’t think they’d say it lightly. I just kept telling myself that millions of people around the world go surgery like this all the time and they are fine - it didn’t help much with the irrational fears but everyone was so kind before and afterwards, they truly are there to look after you and do their best by you! I know that nothing can stop you being frightened, it’s natural, but hopefully others tales of success may help a little bit. Good luck, I’m sure you will be fine X