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Novasure Vs. HTA
Asked by J.S. from Salt Lake City
on September 16, 2010
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I am considering an endometrial ablation. My doctor performs both HTA (hot water in a balloon) in his office and Novasure in a hospital. Has anyone had this procedur...
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- I had mine done in January 09'. It was the best thing that I have ever done for myself. I was uncomfortable for about a week but then right back to normal. Not enough ...
- I had the Novasure in Dec. 08. It did not do much for my periods, (they weren't heavy to begin with, just long!) maybe shortened it a bit, but it took away my cramps!...
- I had my ablation done in a surgery center with the Novasure (2008), they go through the vagina. I had many fibroids as well,it has turned out wonderful!! This has b...
Anyone Had NOVASURE?
Asked by J.B. from Spartanburg
on October 3, 2007
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I am considering having endometrial ablation known as Novasure. My OBGYN tells me it is a 90 second procedure which removes the lining of the uterus via an electrosurg...
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- I gotta say, I agree with Colleen H on this one. You have your monthly cycles for a reason. IF you were having issues with your period, like abnormally heavy bleedin...
- So the procedure is another form of having ur tubes tide basically?Or is it just a surgery to take away the inconvience of a period?If it is just b/c of the periods......
- I had it in April. Surgery was @7 am I was home by 10:30. You can expect some heavy cramping that day but by the next day I could have gone to work. I will be 47 this ...
NovaSure
Asked by J.S. from Detroit
on December 14, 2011
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Have you had the endometrial ablation called NovaSure done? Pros? Cons? How old were you? What was your experience? My doctor recommends me to have this procedures...
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- I had it done when I was 40 and it was great. I had spotting for the next cycle after the procedure and have never had a period since. I took a nap after I got home ...
- I am having it done tomorrow. I am 45 years old and cannot take the heavy periods anymore. I am a little nervous but have talked to several others who have had it do...
- Do a search on this. This gets asked ALL the time. I had it done and would do it again in a HEARBEAT! Next to zero downtime and it does WONDERS for you! I basica...
Mom Seeking Advice About Novasure or Mirena IUD
Asked by K.H. from Chicago
on November 4, 2008
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I have been having trouble with irregular and heavy periods which are also painful so I went to see my GYNE and she did an ultra sound to make sure I have no other iss...
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- Hello K. I have the procedure of Novasure and sincerly I love it because like a year ago my OB GYN did the procedure and i feel great no more heavy or painfull mens...
- Hi K.! Sorry to hear about your problem. If I were in your position I would go with the Mirena. The Ablation is permanant and are you sure you wont want children later...
- Hi there! Have you heard of Essure? I had that done over a year ago it's a perment procedure but it's so worth it. I had no problems w/mood swings I still have my p...
Mom's Health Question
Asked by J.G. from Detroit
on September 7, 2012
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My dr. has been recommending endometrial ablation for my excessive periods for nearly 4 years now (I didn't want to return to the pill) and I am finally ready to do it...
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- 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 ...
- 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 menstrua...
- 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 ...
Can I Get Pregnant If...
Asked by V.S. from Oklahoma City
on November 27, 2010
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I am 28 and I have 3 kids. My husband and I thought since we had our two boys and our girl we were done but now I am rethinking it but I need answers. My question is s...
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- I believe they can reverse it... I'd call and ask the doctor that performed the procedure.
- If you cannot get pregnant again and you really want a baby, please discuss adoption with your hubby!
- I found this explanation (re: ablation) on webmd: "Although this surgery usually causes sterility by destroying the lining of the uterus, pregnancy may still be pos...
Menstrual Problem
Asked by R.M. from San Antonio
on April 16, 2008
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For about four months, I have had a problem with my periods. I've never had any problems EVER before this. I will start bleeding a week before it's supposed to come ...
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- I had the procedure done when I was 40 and it was great. I slept the rest of the day after the procedure, but after that no problems, no pain. And 3 years later, no ...
- R., Endometrial ablation has a quick recovery time so you can get back to your life sooner. Most women experience no pain after the procedure, and can return to work ...
- Ive had the procedure two times in the last five years, although my Dr. said I was an exception. My first was when it first came out of doing it the new way. In the l...
All Women
Asked by B.G. from Pittsburgh
on August 27, 2008
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I am scheduled to have surgery on September 25th for an endometrial ablation. while I am sure this will cease my heavy bleeding each month, I am more concerned with r...
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- I'm sorry that I don't have personal experience, but my coworker just had this surgery on Monday. (Yes, 3 days ago.) She was at work yesterday... She had the same...
- I honestly felt no pain at all--just discomfort--I just rested the one day and I was back to normal routine the next---mine did not work as much (meaning they did not ...
- I had this procedure done 3 years ago (both novasure and essure) at the same time. I was crampy that day and that was it. My periods are practically nonexistant. Ho...
Possibly Having a Tubal Reversal
Asked by J.H. from Odessa
on April 24, 2008
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I am a 38 year old working mom. My new husband of 8 months have talked about having another baby. We have been together 3 years. He has a 17 year old boy from his fir...
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- As for the TR, I say go for it. I had mine in Auust of last year. By Dr Perez -riobravoreversal.com or s.com (plural) You may also want to check out another site ca...
- Keep in mind, that the tubal reversal may have cause damage to your tubes. If this has potentially happened, this can cause a tubal prenancy. Which is VERY HARD on yo...
- I haven't had this but I was told because of a tumor that I would never have children and the power of prayer does alot I have two beautiful girls several miscarriages...
Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome
Asked by L.H. from Provo
on April 19, 2011
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I just recently stumbled upon information about Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome. I had tubal ligation 4 years ago and the symptoms I have had since then all seem to fit ...
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- I don't know what Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome is. I can tell you that I had the ablation done and my tubes tied at the same time. It worked for about 18 months - I...
- I had mine in November 09 when my 4th child was born. I've noticed since I stopped nursing and am finally getting "my" body back after all those years of birth contro...
- I had all those symptoms before I had my tubal ligation. It is a hormonal issue. You are probably estrogen dominant as I was. I got off everything that was a potential...
