New diagnosis, questions for the oncologist?

Recently diagnosed with cervical cancer
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I just found out last Thursday that I have cervical cancer. I’m sure I don’t have all of the terms down yet, but it seems like I have at least stage 1A2 grade 2 squamous cell carcinoma. I had a LEEP done 2 weeks ago and it showed a depth of stromal invasion 3.0 mm at least. Apparently the exact depth couldn’t be determined due to “transection at the deep margin.” I had a PET scan on Tuesday and it was clear (no evidence of hypermetabolic metastatic disease). I’m meeting with the gynecologic oncologist tomorrow and I’m a little overwhelmed.

Are there any specific questions that I should ask the oncologist? Has anyone else had a similar diagnosis that can share their experience? I just found this forum today, and I’m trying to read some stories in my free time. I’m so glad there is a community for support with this. I’m just feeling a little lost. Thanks.

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Hi llwb,
Sorry that you haven’t had any replies on this post. I can’t really offer any advice as I’m still waiting on results but I just wanted to check in on how you are doing?
Sending love and hoping things are going as well as possible for you xx

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Hi Emsyb, thanks for reaching out. I’m doing okay, I think. The feelings come and go, but I’m just trying to put one foot in front of the other for now. I will have a hysterectomy sometime this year, so just hoping for an easy recovery. I hope your results come soon!