somewhat gross female topic (warning)

[Kali]

going to have endometrial ablation procedure

anybody else have experience?

[sarge43]

1. Oh my

:hug:

When's the day?

You are going to get pain meds?

You get back to us, hear.

[Kali]

4. Friday

meds are always good!

[MiddleFingerMom]

34. I told you Mike L. gave me 3 rules for a successful medical event...

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3. WWMD? (what would Mike do)
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It's amazing how well that system works.
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[Kali]

53. oh yes

need a WWMD tattoo :rofl:

[txwhitedove]

2. No, but if that laser option had been presented a few years ago, I would

have done it. My doctor could only suggest total removal of female organ, a drastic procedure for a temporary problem that is usually over when you complete that part of your female life. A vague, non-gross explanation, but I think you understand. Good luck and good health to you.

[Kali]

3. hell, I'm ready for the whole part to be removed!

the gross part is this isn't laser (although that does qualify), its radiowaves - essentially microwaving! how is that for squicky?

yeah, I was hoping the end of all this was happening but it was getting worse, so I jumped on this when it was suggested

[one_voice]

21. Good luck Kali...

hope it go well for you, and brings you some relief.


I had a partial hysterectomy 3 years ago, and I was so glad, the pain every month was ridiculous (many large fibroids). Though I did get a really bad c-diff infection from all the antibiotics. That was terrible. Still, I'd do it all again, even the c-diff.

[Kali]

24. thanks

I was trying to wait it out since I should be starting menopause at some point soon ???? but it got ridiculous this spring.

[kimi]

5. Sounds like a good option, actually

In the medical facility I worked in 10 years ago it wasn't even heard of, the alternative was hysterectomy. I think a lot of younger women especially benefit from something like this, and glad that you have the choice. Sounds like it's an outpatient procedure, and yes, pain meds are always good. Hope it helps, take care now! :)

[Kali]

7. yeah, I'm usually pretty up on this stuff too

but my reference books are a few years old - so I only learned of it earlier this summer

doesn't help that I rarely have insurance coverage so most medical things in the last 20 years were trauma, very acute but minor things, or concerned the squids. Been living with the "problem" for almost that long, then this spring started going just absolutely haywire - to the point of severe anemia. (talking 17 day long menses - 10 of them requiring me to stay in the damn house, if you know what I mean)

[LeftyFingerPop]

6. No idea what this is, but I want to wish you the best with it...

Best wishes for good health, Kali. :hug:

[Kali]

8. aww thanks, I think this is a good step

if you are squeamish don't google it:rofl:

[Gormy Cuss]

9. A good friend had this done recently

and she said the idea made her squeamish but the result was a BIG improvement in quality of life.

Good luck, Kali.

[Kali]

16. I am looking forward to a little more freedom to do things

more spontaneously. Thanks!

[Fleshdancer]

10. my friend did about a year ago...

She healed very fast from the process and is no longer in intense pain every month. She's very happy she went through with it.

[Kali]

17. Pain reduction sill be a nice side benefit.

Wish I had been more aware of a potential solution/treatment sooner. (other than major surgery, that is)

[REP]

11. Yes - had a hydrothermal ablation

I'm nullipara, so I couldn't have the NovaSure used (uterus too small) so I had the hydorthermal instead. Feel free to ask about it. I've also had a tubal ligation.

[Kali]

18. I have been reading so I think I have a pretty good idea of things

but if there are any of those cute types of surprises that sometimes aren't mentioned in general, let me know!

[REP]

38. It hurts more than you think it will

Also, if you're under 40, count on it 'failing' (periods returning) within 3-5 years. I think mine did as soon as I turned 40, but between it and my ovarian cysts, my periods are much rarer, and when I have one, they're under a week in duration.

I had a very rare complication with mine, but that was due to my lowered immune response (kidney disease).

[Maine-ah]

12. had to google that

:hi:

good luck!!

[Kali]

19. Thanks!

Not exactly looking forward to it, but hope the results are good. Looking forward to those.

[Odin2005]

13. OUTCH!!!

[Kali]

20. yeah its kind of scary sounding

but the do nothing alternative is affecting not only my quality of life but health as well. Not as bad as many people with serious health problems for sure, but enough that doing this is worth it to me.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

14. My dear Kali...

I was going to do that years ago, but they couldn't do it if you had fibroids...and then I got those.

So I just told my MD to take the whole mess out. I got an 8 week vacation!

I was never happier in my life to lose something!

I'm sure you will do well, but good luck anyway...

Next Friday?

I'll have you in my thoughts, sweetie...

:hug:

[Kali]

22. thanks!

I was concerned about fibroids too, but nothing showed up on the two ultrasounds I have had this summer so going to give this a try.

[Ptah]

15. I hope you benefit from this procedure.

:hug:

[Kali]

23. Me too.

Thanks, Ptah.

[nolabear]

25. One of my sisters had it done and it really helped her a lot.

Good luck! Good vibes!

[Kali]

26. thanks

nice to see you back - I wanted to mention that I actually spent most of a day the other day loading those drunk history videos on my glacial dial up - very funny! thanks (I think;-) )

[nolabear]

44. Your welcome. I'm trying to be half-back iykwim. Drunk history is a guilty pleasure!

[snailly]

27. Do it! (Don't read this if you're a male)

I had it done a year ago because of really bad bleeding every 7-14 days. My quality of life has improved beyond belief! The procedure itself is so simple and quick. You'll be a tiny bit sore (and groggy) for a day and that is it. No recovery time and NO MORE bleeding!
I can still tell when I'm cycling but the symptoms have diminished dramatically. One occasional cramp here and a mood swing there.
It's just unbelievable. I feel like I have my life back!

I'm sure you know if you want more children you should not do this and never have unprotected sex after this type of procedure. That would be really bad.

Just giving my 2 cents. Good luck!

[Kali]

29. done with squids for sure!

thanks

[Haole Girl]

28. My older sister had it

She was pleased with the results, but upset that nobody warned her it can lead to early menopause. Not medical advice... just thought you may want to know (if you didn't already).

[Kali]

30. not a real problem

I had sort of been hoping for early menopause the last 10 years LOL

[Haole Girl]

31. Just be prepared for hot flashes

They really tick her off, apparently. And, btw, I know what you mean about hoping for it. :hi:

[Kali]

32. told my sister a while back

I thought this shit was supposed to stop and I would be having hot flashes, instead I get 17 day periods and freaking hot HOURS :mad:


I already have problems with heat I really don't need to be generating more!

[snailly]

33. That's not true though I thought it might be initially

I read up about it before having it done because that was my first fear.

Endometrial ablation does cause sterility, but it does not cause the symptoms of menopause. The procedure affects only the uterine lining, but menopause is caused by a depletion of eggs stored in the ovaries either due to natural processes or some sort of dysfunction. Ablation functions by causing scarring on the uterine lining, which prevents further bleeding. The sterility that follows the ablation procedure is caused by the destruction of the uterine lining, which makes the normal implantation of eggs impossible.

http://www.ehow.com/about_5506437_ablation-early-menopause.html#ixzz0yctQt79n

[Haole Girl]

35. Well, my older sis has her master's in nursing...

read up on it-- after the fact.

But I still wondered if it was true.

Thanks for the link.

[REP]

39. Ablations have no effect on the ovaries. Periods cease because the endometrium is destroyed

It is not early menopause. It is a desired outcome of the ablation - ending of periods.

[MiddleFingerMom]

36. Keep us all informed.

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Sending you vibes for health, pain reduction/absence...FREEDOM!!!!
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[Kali]

46. hahahahaha

I was almost afraid to look...I'm sure I will be getting THOSE by e-mail:rofl:









seriously:
thanks :toast:

[Withywindle]

37. I don't have experience in this but I wish you no complications, fast healing

and a better quality of life.


I don't even know what condition this is done for. I have endometriosis, had a laparascopy to get cleaned out in the early 90s--so I know what a fucking trial lady parts can be when they act up. (I'm SO looking forward to menopause--but I'm only 41 and if I'm on the same track as my mom, it might be another 15 years. :()

[Kali]

47. thanks

endometriosis was another of the possibilities but seems clear - this is specifically for menorrhagia (heavy, or long or otherwise bad periods)

[peekaloo]

40. Is this procedure aka 'roller balling"?

A nurse friend of mine had this done, she calls it by that name and highly recommends this procedure. She also swears it has reduced any/all menopausal symptoms.

Good luck. :-)

[Kali]

48. I don't know

and the google doesn't really show anything when I searched for rollerballing and menopause ???

thanks for the good luck wish

[peekaloo]

56. I found this:

http://women.webmd.com/endometrial-ablation-16200

"Electricity, using a resectoscope with a loop or rolling ball electrode" is one of the methods used.

:hi:

[RiffRandell]

41. I had it done a few months ago.

After I got my tubes tied in 2006 my periods got really heavy, and I'm 40 now. Dr suggested it, procedure was no big deal (slight pain but not for long). Worked for me----so glad I did it. Good luck.

[Kali]

49. thanks for that

what I was hoping to hear!

[Biker13]

42. My best friend...

had this done about three years ago, after having her periods for A MONTH! She too was afraid to leave the house! It was awful, she called me constantly to pick up tampons and pads for her, and was afraid to sleep for more than a few hours.

She was thrilled with the results! The pain wasn't too bad, and she got some good drugs.

She also went through menopause two years later, but I'm not qualified to know if this was a result of the procedure.

Menopause ROCKS! I went through it early, at 49, with almost no problems, like my Mom.I feel so free now!

Good luck to you, and please check back and let us all know how you're doing! I'll be looking for you!

Biker13's Old Lady

[Kali]

50. more good experience - thanks

oh I'm always around so you will hear back, plus this is kind a PSA if somebody has these problems and doesn't know about this procedure maybe it will help.

[hippywife]

43. Oh, go for the whole shebang.

Skip these half measures.My hysterectomy at age 44 was one of the best things that ever happened to me. :hi:

[Kali]

51. I tried!

:rofl: doc wouldn't go for it and this does sound like a fast, fairly easy fix for the main problem.

[applegrove]

45. vibes to you. Hope it is successful.

[Kali]

52. thanks!

I think it will be.

[mtnester]

54. If your doctor has not already done so, make sure you receive a uterine biopsy

prior to the procedure (not the day of, either this week or you already have had one)

This was a procedure myself and my GYN talked about. She stated that a uterine biospy was absolutely mandatory before the procedure. If you have had this in the past couple of months (in office) then it is usually good for several months so no worries.

I decided against ths procedure as there was no real guarantee this would help. So my decision was different only (there is not right or wrong one), and there were other factors specific to me that swayed me in this way.

[mtnester]

55. Oops, meant this to be to the OP

editing time expired, so above post meant for the OP.

[Kali]

58. that is Wednesday

its a damn "Medical Week" this week, I tell you!

[tanyev]

57. Had it done a year and a half ago.

Best thing I ever did. Procedure itself was a piece of cake. Some bleeding afterwards, very little pain. Once the bleeding finally stopped, I haven't had a period since. I still marvel sometimes at how free I feel now to travel, to make plans. To not have to organize every aspect of my life around "Will I be bleeding uncontrollably that day?"

[Kali]

59. oh yeah

working with cowboys and having to blow off whole weekends, the only time they can come out with mumbled words of female problems ACK!!!:blush: :blush: :blush: