So after my last post I started asking some people about hysterectomy vs oophrectomy and I am getting some mixed information about which is the best path to take. Some survivors are saying a hysterectomy isn't a good idea for various reasons, but mostly - why remove more body parts than are absolutely necessary. And I've been told there is the potential for things like prolapse of other organs without the presence of the uterus. The feedback from the GYN Oncologist and my OB is that the hysterectomy is perfectly fine. But I'm still doing research, so once again, this isn't a straight forward decision and I am feeling overwhelmed.
On Friday there was an article in the NY Times that really hit home. It's all about how to live "well" after breast cancer. And while it was informative and reassuring, I also found it quite depressing. Read it - it's worth it, and I ordered the book upon which the article is based.
So, I'm in the homestretch, but still feel like there is quite a mountain to climb...
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ReplyDeleteCurious why you found it depressing? I often find myself obsessively worrying about how the chemo will affect Mollie in the long term- then I remember that just the fact that she has a shot at living a relatively normal life is what I should be thankful for. Cancer definitely changes your perspective, doesn't it?
ReplyDeletejust letting you know i am thinking of you.
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