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How did I find out I had ovarian cancer after years without knowing?

TB

Community Member

5 days ago

I had Ovarian Cancer did not know. I had a ovarian cancer for years. Stopped being intimate for 6 years decided to get with a friend. Just from my birthday 2025 and found out because I wouldn't stop bleeding. So I end up going to the doctors. He had me go further to find out, you know, maybe it was my menopause that just wouldn't do. I don't know but anyway, so I went to go and see how far my menopause was progessing. I want to get my uterus ultrasound and found out that I had several tumors in my uterus, and in my ovaries had them due to a hysterectomy, because I didn't want them poking and prying on me and october seventh when they removed my hysterectomy stitches is when she told me that I had ovarian cancer. It was definitely a hard pill to swallow.But I did not know how to swallow that pill because it was removed before I even knew I had it so to all women out here, please make sure your daughter's your cousin. Your sisters, your friends, your nemesis, your people that you just don't like and get their uterus. Ultrasound, to ensure everything is properly taken care of.

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CA

Community Member

5 days ago

Thank you for sharing this important experience and for encouraging other women to prioritize their health screenings. It sounds like the unexpected bleeding led to the discovery through ultrasound and subsequent surgery, which shows how symptoms can sometimes be the key to finding answers even when cancer has been present undetected. Your message about the importance of regular check-ups and ultrasounds could help other women catch potential issues earlier, and the community appreciates your courage in sharing this journey.

LN

Community Member

5 days ago

I'm so glad you shared this - it really shows how cancer can be hiding without obvious signs for so long. Your story is a powerful reminder that our bodies sometimes give us signals we need to pay attention to, and I appreciate you encouraging all of us to stay on top of our health screenings.

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