Awaiting diagnosis of Anal Cancer

[Cazza1]

Hi I am new to the CC Online Community. A week and a half ago I was told I have Anal Cancer, waited 3 months to see a specialist, then to have urgent sent for MRI and Biopsy. My last PAP test result February 2021 stated HPV16 for further investigation???? I am anxiously awaiting my official results (10am tomorrow) so I'm  feeling anxious, isolated and scared as I don't know what Stage my cancer is nor my prognosis with treatment. I am trying to stay positive but the unknown just makes me feel ungrounded. Any suggestions welcome

[Budgie]

Hi @Cazza1 ,

 Welcome to the Community.   Sorry it's under these circumstances.   Try looking at things  this way - you can't change what has happened in the past, what's done is done; but you can control your future to a certain extent.   Try not to worry about what has happened, you can't change it; Concentrate on your future - do some research so you're prepared for what is to come; Try to get fitter before any surgery (depending on how much time you have), & continue gentle exercise during treatment; TALK with people, someone, anyone, a counsellor if need be - it really helps. You may find some people don't want to know you after a cancer diagnosis - this is when you find your true friends. Don't worry about the ones that fall away (if any) - you will be better off without them; Eat well & drink plenty of water;  Relax! & remember you can't change what has already happened. 

You can always download on this site, & get some fabulous info from people who are members here.   Take care of yourself. 

All the best

Budgie 

[PeterK]

Cazzal1
What Budgie has said is so true, as you can’t change what has happened, you can only change the future.
Staying positive and having positive people around you is so very important,
I wish you all the Very Best for the future and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
May your journey be a good one and please stay I touch ok, as we are all here for support, guidance, inspiration & motivation.
Sending U BIG HUGS from afar.
xoxo 🌺💜🧡❤️🌺 xoxo

[Cazza1]

Hi Budgie

Thankyou for your reply. I will act on your suggestions on staying positive and looking forward to living in the future. Due to a mix up on Tuesday, I now find out my official diagnosis tomorrow with my specialist. I am due to have surgery very soon it sounds like after my chat with the GP. Thankyou for your support Budgie, regards Cazza1

[Cazza1]

Hi PeterK

thanks for your message of hope and positivity. we are all in this together even though community members may have different cancers.Thanks for caring, Cazza1