Gynaecological Cancer: My Journey of Hope and Resilience

🔍Gemma emphasizes the importance of not dismissing concerns about gynaecological health, regardless of age.

🧬She discusses the impact of her diagnosis on fertility preservation and going through surgical menopause.

🌟Gemma encourages women to be proactive in their healthcare and not to rely solely on scans for early detection of ovarian cancer.

💉She advocates for the use of C125 tests, along with ultrasound and scans, to improve early diagnosis and survival rates.

💪Gemma shares her journey of resilience and hope, inspiring others facing gynaecological cancer.

What was Gemma's initial reaction to her diagnosis?

—Gemma was terrified and went through a period of shock and fear upon receiving her ovarian cancer diagnosis.

What message does Gemma want to share with women her age?

—Gemma advises women not to dismiss any concerns they have about their gynaecological health, regardless of their age.

What impact did the diagnosis have on Gemma's fertility?

—Gemma was unable to preserve her fertility and had to undergo surgical menopause.

What does Gemma recommend for early detection of ovarian cancer?

—Gemma suggests the use of C125 tests in combination with ultrasound and scans for early detection of ovarian cancer.

What is the main theme of Gemma's story?

—The main theme of Gemma's story is resilience and hope in the face of gynaecological cancer.

00:00Gemma shares her experience with gynaecological cancer and the initial fear and confusion she felt.

01:48She discusses the impact of her diagnosis on her fertility and the challenges of surgical menopause.

02:57Gemma emphasizes the importance of not dismissing concerns about gynaecological health.

03:55She advocates for the use of C125 tests, along with ultrasound and scans, for early detection of ovarian cancer.

04:10Gemma concludes by sharing her message of resilience and hope in the face of gynaecological cancer.