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Just diagnosed with Endometrioid Adenocarcinoma: What to expect?
Gynecologic Cancers | Last Active: Dec 12, 2022 | Replies (239)Comment receiving replies
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Yes, it was a very positive experience. I am wondering how work will go. I spoke with my boss today and she was super kind and said that I can do what I need to. She is very understanding and even said if I need more time off no questions would be asked. My job is sort of a high pressure one so that may prove a challenge.
One of my questions that I missed was what sort of follow up would I experience. Just an exam, blood work, scans, etc. Would you mind to share what your experience has been. If that is too personal I apologize. I just missed it and it was something I was very curious to know.
I will absolutely update and yes I will return on Monday.
Please know your replies have been quite a lifeline for me!
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@cmb2022 and @naturegirl5 as you both return to work, I think you might have tips and thoughts to contribute to these discussions:
- Going back to work after cancer: Is this exhaustion normal? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/going-back-to-work/
- Cancer and returning to work https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/cancer-and-work/
Today is workday 2. Sending you good vibes.
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Hello, @cmb2022 What a relief it must be to know your boss is so supportive. That is one less thing for you to worry about, right? You wrote your job is high pressure so taking time off when needed is out there when and if you need it.
I go to Mayo Clinic in Rochester and I'm followed by a nurse practitioner who is in the same department as the GYN/ONC surgeon. They all work together as part of my team.
For the first 2 years my exams were physical exams. An external pelvic and an internal (vaginal with the use of a speculum) exam. No blood tests or CT. The nurse practitioner spends a lot of time with me asking specific questions about any symptoms including do I have any pelvic pain? Bleeding? And how I am doing overall? A recurrence was found on vaginal exam (in the vaginal cuff) last October . I had treatment for the recurrence (radiation). The schedule then changed to every 3 months and in addition to the physical exam I'll have a CT for chest, abdomen, and upper legs.
The follow up exams are scary and helpful at the same time. Since I kept up with my followup as recommended the recurrence was found very early as I didn't have any symptoms.
Is there a patient portal you can use to ask your oncologist what your exam will include? Will you see your oncologist or go to someone else?
And will you let me know how you are feeling next week when you're back at work? We're warriors, you know, and we go forward with the support of one another.