Hi all. I’m 32 years old, and was diagnosed 3C in February of this year. I had my ovarian transposition and bilateral salpingectomy last week, and am scheduled to begin radiation/chemo next week. My dr called me last night to offer immunotherapy as well. I’m assuming the standard Keytruda at the 3 week/6 week intervals for 2 years. I agreed over the phone, but I am definitely nervous.
The side effects seem terrible from what I’ve read. Chemo and radiation side effects seem manageable-ish, and they aren’t lasting for life post-treatment if that makes sense. The immunotherapy side effects I worry are something I’ll take with me forever.
I understand that my life is important - duh. So any chance at a longer one is definitely what I’ll be doing. BUT. I’m 32. I’m physically fit. I have an active job and lifestyle. I’m worried about more visible and physical symptoms besides our tiny tattoos and now my laproscopic scars already. Full discloser - hypothyroidism scares the shit out of me lol. I want to stay (mostly) in control of my body appearance after cancer, and continue life as normally as possible.
Does anyone have any tips/tricks/positive stories or advice they’re willing to share?? I understand this post may come off as vain, and that isn’t my intention I swear 😅 I know some of you will understand wanting to be able to look in the mirror and have it be as normal as it was!