How do I cope with depression before uterine cancer surgery?

Try asking your doctor for a referral. I know a lot of cancer centers have social workers who can help or point you in the right direction

Facing surgery while dealing with depression and multiple health challenges takes incredible strength, and reaching out here shows courage even when everything feels overwhelming. The combination of cancer treatment, recovery concerns, and mental health struggles can create a perfect storm that makes even small tasks feel impossible. Since loneliness is such a significant part of what's happening right now, please scroll down the page from the Home Screen of the app to find the Ask Outcomes4Me box to get in touch for a more personal conversation and connect with clinical care experts who understand these exact challenges. If thoughts of giving up become more serious, the 988 crisis hotline is available 24/7 and staffed by people who specialize in helping during these darkest moments. Many community members have found that talking through pre-surgery anxiety with medical teams can sometimes lead to additional support options or reassurance about specific concerns. The fear and exhaustion being experienced right now are valid responses to an incredibly difficult situation, and finding the right support connections often takes several attempts before something clicks.

Amy don't give up on you you can do this girlfriend 🙏 I hope you find where you are weak God's unchangingly hand for you as well as others

Sending hugs and prayers

I believe this is such a challenging thing for you I personally have similar challenges keep your faith pray pray pray your life matters you've come too far to give up please keep fighting I know you're blessed you're still here your outcome will be a Victory God Bless keep fighting

GM group hope you all have a blessed day

AmyD- I wish I had seen this sooner. I was diagnosed with uterine cancer in early January of 2025. I did the big guns chemo for 6 rounds, a PET scan 2 weeks later found tumor gone! Then I early fall anther PET scan showed a new tumor had grown. We then did a historectomy April 1 of this year. Thankfully I had a great support team from family and friends as well as the my oncologist office. I need wind up on the hospital for 3.5 days 5 days after the surgery due to kidney issues. Since you've probably already had you surgery by now I would just say that you need to have a good support group of family and friends who'll advocate for you needs and your desires. If doing chemo and/or radiation is too much you can look into other options. I now one of my good friends and my husband have been looking into alternatives for me, specifically Ivermectine, as a possible treatment. I'll keep you in my prayers and do my best to check back here for updates.