- What type of biopsy will I have? What type of anesthetic will be used? What are the aftereffects?
- What type of cervical cancer do I have?
- What is the stage of my cancer?
- What are my treatment choices?
- Which treatment do you recommend and why?
- What should I do to prepare for treatment?
- What are the side effects of this treatment and how can I alleviate them?
- What is the recovery period for this treatment?
- Will I be able to get pregnant after this treatment?
- Are there clinical trials that may be appropriate for me?
- What is my prognosis?
Many women with cervical cancer have hysterectomies, which are major surgeries. Although normal activities, including sexual intercourse, can be resumed in 4-8 weeks, a woman may have emotional problems following a hysterectomy. A strong support system can help with these difficulties.