I have been told I have a "pre-cancer condition" outside my vagina and in the vulva area. I had this same condition years ago, all over my cervix, and have had most of my cervix removed. I just went to a specialist last month at the Women's Cancer Center and the doctor said it was much more extensive than he thought. He did not do a biopsy right then because he said there was nothing he could do about it at that time, until after the baby (due 12-20). I have to go back in November just to see if it has spread.
Of course this is a HUGE concern, on top of the high-risk pregnancy, but what makes it worse is that he said there are a few options I have once the baby is born. I asked him what the options are and he said there was no need to get stressed or worked up and we would talk about it after December.
God, what could he have meant. I have been searching the internet but don't find much because I don't know exactly what I'm looking for! I am TRYING to be positive but I just wish he wouldnt have said anything at all. I just to VENT I guess!!!
Lisa
2006-08-21 06:54:29 · 6 answers · asked by Lisa H 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
This is a very high risk problem. I would get a 2nd opinion if I were you---or talk with another doctor at the same clinic. You are the patient and if you have a pre-cancerous condition---You have every right to be told everything that is going on--especially being over 5 months pregnant. I would go in and either see the same doctor, but talk to someone else at the clinic first to explain what's going on. They should be telling you a lot more. No wonder you are sooo confused. And, I would be calling them and swearing them off so bad, but talk to another Dr. ASAP-and get a 2nd opinion or/ Take your partner/family w/ you to the Dr. who gave you the diagnosis and have them there with you so you can get EVERYTHING out of the DR. that you need to know-Good luck and congrats on your baby
2006-08-21 07:07:51 · answer #1 · answered by Got Jesus? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please get a second opinion. Any doctor that would not spend the time and answer all your concerns is an idiot! If this pre-cancerous condition is caused by HPV (human papillomavirus) then you can go to an OBGYN (I would recommend one that specializes in high risk pregnancies). I would start there first anyway and have them refer you to an oncologist if necessary.
Best wishes for your health and a healthy baby!!
2006-08-21 14:10:29 · answer #2 · answered by Melissa B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your right if he didnt want you to stress out then he should not have told you. Just focus on this pregnancy and trying to deliver a healthy baby. This may be your last. Not trying to scare you but if worste comes to worse then you probably wont be able to have any more children. I wish you the best of luck and we are always here for you to vent to.
2006-08-21 14:06:10 · answer #3 · answered by Mommy2Be 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would Alert your doctor that it's causing more stress to you NOT knowing what's going on than if you were to know. And feel free to vent. Just try to focus on the positive in your life right now, you're bringing life, a child, YOUR child, into this world.
2006-08-21 14:41:26 · answer #4 · answered by rachael 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get to another oncologist who will speak to you about options. It doesn't mean s/he will be the one to treat you but they should be able to talk to you.
2006-08-21 14:00:56 · answer #5 · answered by hawkthree 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry about this & I feel for you....I will pray for you & your little one!!!
2006-08-21 14:02:32 · answer #6 · answered by Catcanscratch 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋