Anyone understand why I am like this?

I have had treatment for abnormal cells over 4 years. Every 6 months I would go, get tested, get the results within a week or so and have to go back for some kind of treatment. Long story short, LETZ treatment was the answer for me and after those 4 years of dealing with everything on my own raising 2 boys and working, finally got all clear 8 months later. 3 years later, January this year I go for my routine test it's back as abnormal. I have another test today but the day before I have my test I always become quiet, withdrawn a bit, feel anxious and fall out with people close to me. My new partner of 2 years doesn't need me to treat him this way but I can't even try to explain to him why I feel like this. He won't get it even if I tried to explain.  I don't know if it's because I'm scared it's abnormal again and more treatment. I don't know if it's because my ex husband had no interest in my well being before and I dealt with it all my on my own. I really don't know why. I just feel ugly, fat (I know I'm not) unattractive and that he has no interest in me at all... I just need someone to talk too.....

  • I think you will find most . people are worked up a few weeks before their follow up tests. I personally have an increase in my stress levels a few weeks before . my routine blood tests( Lymphoma) and at the back of your mind is the  What If question !!!! 

    You have made assumptions about you partner - without giving him the chance . 

    Also consider asking your GP for a referal to counselling - Loads of research indicate that even after all the treatment etc, some people still need the emotional support 

  • Hi - most people will be able to recognise and empathise with your anxiety and subsequent behaviour. Your ex obviously isn’t most people - which may be why he’s your ex!

    Give your new partner the benefit of the doubt, apologise for your tetchiness and tell him why you think you’re feeling this way and that he isn’t the cause of your stress. 

    Meanwhile talk to your GP. Given the state of the NHS it will probably take longer to arrange counselling than is practical for you. The GP may suggest temporary medication to take the edge off your anxiety - something along the lines of propranalol - and to help you sleep.

    What you are experiencing is pretty normal given the circumstances - cancer is scary for us all!

     

    Good luck

    Dave

     

     

  • Thanks for replying. The counselling would take a while to arrange, and of course i got the "do you think you really need it?". Which made me feel i was making a mountain out of a mole hill.