Peritoneal cancer?

Posted by lacey24 @lacey24, 20 hours ago

I’ve been they suspect me to have peritoneal cancer. I am 38 years old, hysterectomy 15 years ago. Any tips? Tricks, advice?

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hsminc | @hsminc | 8 hours ago

What caused the peritoneal cancer? The hysterectomy?

beebe | @beebe | 7 hours ago

Was your hysterectomy due to cancer?
To help you feel in control and for peace of mind I would recommend you seek a second opinion.
Here is a brief info piece from MD Anderson:
https://www.mdanderson.org/cancerwise/peritoneal-cancer--8-questions--answered.h00-159697545.html
I recently was diagnosed with endometrial cancer; 12 years ago I had an appendectomy where it burst and all of the noxious contents spread throughout my inner cavity. Though they did not find cancer in the appendix I figure there was probably 1 molecule which escaped detection and seeded my Cancer. Who knows, certainly not the Doctors.

Here are the things I have found helpful for peace of mind:
-Research on treatment
-Supplements to avoid or add to chemo (ask your Oncologist)
-Meditation
-Spend time in Nature
-Unplug from daily news (this will reduce anxiety)
-Stay socially connected, volunteer if you have time
-clean up your diet (no sugar or alcohol), avoid blood sugar spikes

Wishing you peace and some good news as you move forward:)