Mom's Health Question

My sister got a bad infection after her endometrial ablation. She really wished she had done more research first or gone with a doctor that had more experience doing them.

Are you done having children or have you picked another method of birth control? I thought is wasn't reccomended to have kids after an ablation.

My sister's periods were bad due to endometriosis, and the results of ablation didn't last long so she ended up having a hysterectomy.

Make sure you get your thyroid checked first, hypothyroidism is a common & treatable cause of heavy periods.

I had the option of the EA or complete hysterectomy.

I opted for the hysterectomy and it was the best thing I've ever done for myself. Never felt better, no regrets even with the naysayers out there. HOWEVER, I do believe recovery has a lot to do with your current physical shape and attitude.

The reason I opted for he hysterectomy was that my Dr. said EA does not always "take" and it would be likely that I'd be back in a couple of years to "redo" it. Well I don't like to keep going back over and over for things when I can have 1 surgery and be done. So that is why.

NOW.... My SIL had the same option I did. She chose EA and she could not be happier. She has not had a return of her period and she is pleased with her outcome. She's had her EA about 8 yrs and I've had my surgery 10 yrs ago.

Now that 10 years has passed, your options for a more successful EA are probably higher than mine were.

I had one done earlier this year. Prior to the procedure, a mini d and c is done to make sure there isn't any signs of cancer and to measure the uterus. The procedure itself was not pleasant, at least it wasn't for me. I had it done in my doctor's office. I was given some pain killers as well as xanax. There are 4 shots that were administered, the first was very painful. The rest weren't as bad. I was in a lot of pain at home later in the day, but the meds helped. I felt much better the next day.

You do need to use birth control after, you can still get pregnant. But if you are still planning on having children, this is not the procedure to have done.

My period hasn't stopped, but it isn't nearly as bad. I'm finding that even though it isn't bad, it's getting worse each month. I'm planning on going back and talk to my doctor. He warned me that there's a 50% chance that it will work. I still may consider having the hysterectomy done. However, I'm not sure how that will effect hormones and such.

Good luck!

It depends on what type you have done. I had the NovaSure type done in 2008. It is the radio frequency type. I have not have a period since then,any PMS or a menstrual migraine headache.I also have not had the pain of ovulating. I did ask my doctor about the migraines and ovulation pain,he said everything is still working,but didn't know why the symptoms stopped. I do not regret it one bit since all my other symptoms stopped too.
It works with 90% of women but not with 10%. But 10% of women that have it done have to have a hysterectomy done later on. Research all the options of the types and find out what type your doctor does.

Good luck.

My sister had it done and she was in severe pain afterwards.

Here's my take on it and if course it is your decision what you feel is best for you.

What if you could avoid the surgery but still help with your excessive bleeding? What if you could do it naturally so your body goes through the natural steps into the next phase of womanhood? It is possible.

My own story: My mom had a hysterectomy when she was 50. My aunt and grandma on my dad's side of the family had severe female problems. My sister had endometriosis. So I should have many female problems. Right? I don't. I am in menopause and I don't have hot flashes, I didn't have excessive bleeding, and I know it's because of the good nutrition I've put into my body for the last 14 years.

If you'd like to find out what I do, respond to this answer and we can set up a time to talk.

I wish you the best!