I am tired and just trying to get through the day. I have a 14 month old daughter and my nausea and fatigue keep me in bed a lot. I am having trouble with my "sense of purpose" as I haven't worked since my hysterectomy in April. I am starting a new job in October but just don't know how to feel about everything.

Since my recurrence earlier this year, I have lost my fertility due to my hysterectomy. I have always wanted to have 2 children but that is no longer an option. I am very thankful that I was able to keep my fertility after my initial diagnosis in 2019 but it's hard to give up.

I am unbelievably blessed by the support I receive from my husband, family, and friends. The outpouring of love it incredible and I am looking forward to my new job in October.

My side effects are keeping me from doing a lot right now. My blood counts are low and the side effects from radiation and chemo are tough some days.

The worry about it coming back for a third time and what my first scans after chemo and radiation will show. The anxiety is real.

I try to see a counselor/therapist every other month to discuss my feelings. I also reach out to my family and friends.

Since my recurrence, yes. I was traveling to another state for work and driving about 70 mins one way. After my recent treatment, I don't want to do that anymore. I found a much closer job (even though it was hard to leave) because I want to spend more time with family, not my car.

I am currently not working as I previous was and am considered "as needed". I am still employed with my same company.

I didn't think anything would change but after my findings from my hysterectomy in April, I reevaluated how happy I was at my current job and my priorities.

I want to work a few days here and there when I can and I want to do that because it gives me a purpose. I feel so bored and lazy sitting at home.

Do what you can, I could not do it as my job was in healthcare. Listen to your body and rest when you need to. Your body will tell you what you need.

I have had the most difficulty with nausea, diarrhea (pelvic radiation), fatigue, and headaches. I honestly thought it would be worse but some days are really bad and I need to stay in bed.

Stay positive but honestly I wouldn't change my choice of initial treatment. I was recommended to have a hysterectomy in 2019 but I would not have been able to have my beautiful daughter in 2021. Despite the fact that I am high risk of recurrence again, she is worth the treatment I am doing now.