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Gynecologic Cancers | Last Active: 2 hours ago | Replies (9)

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@polkagal

Hi @suesam. Waiting is the worst! It can create so much anxiety and cause our imaginations to go crazy with worry. We play "what if" and the fear of losing control can be very isolating. What our kind mentor, Helen, suggested was good advice and I am glad it helped to make you feel better. Doing other proactive things while waiting for your doctor to get back to you might also help, focusing on those things you CAN control. Use this time to build your strength - physical, mental, and spiritual. Review your diet and pick an area where you can improve it - add more protein, drink more water, cut back on sugar. Track your sleep habits- could you get more, what about a nap now and then, try some deep breathing exercises. Try a new exercise - go for a walk, try yoga. Take up bird watching, watch a funny movie, keep a gratitude journal. Self care is key right now and you are worth it! Do what you can for yourself and try not to dwell on what you cannot do. And always remember you are never alone. Many here will be thinking of you - like me 🙂 Take care and keep us posted!

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Thank you polkagal. Great advice. I feel so frozen - like my life has come to a halt. I thought I would have had the biopsy and would be waiting for results now instead of still worrying about the biopsy and waiting for a gynecology appt. But you're right - I need to be more proactive and build strength. Instead I've been stress eating, not sleeping well, and just plain stressed. I felt good calling today and knowing that I do have a referral. I was also pleased that my doctor referred me to someone closer to my home which is great. It took 5 weeks to get the biopsy and then when he couldn't do it, it left me in a state of confusion. But I need to get on with my life and take better care of myself. Thanks. You've helped me a lot.