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Ovary Cyst and Fibroids
Asked by T. from Miami
on November 29, 2007
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Hi Moms,
I was experiencing a tremendous amount of pain the past few days. I went to the ER and was diagnosed with a cyst on my ovary and fibroids. Has anyone had t...
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- I've had a couple of cysts on my ovaries at different points in my life. I've never had fibroids but I can tell you ALL about the cyst experiences I've had. The firs...
- I just went through this with my 17 yr old daughter the whole er business and all . They put her on birth control and since that she has been fine she is doing the dep...
- Hi T., I've been fighting that battle since I was 17 years old. My DR. put me on birth control pills and they started to shrink. When they were small enough I had the...
Sad Dr. Appt.
Asked by C.W. from San Angelo
on December 3, 2008
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Hey everyone.
I just got back from a very sad dr. appt. It was my first one and they did the sonogram first because I requested to have to blood done later. When I w...
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- Others have said wonderful things so I will just add. Everything happens for a reason and there is a reason for everything. God is in control! Enjoy your time with you...
- Wow, your story brings back memories. I was 21 and married for a year when I got my first positive pregnancy test. My husband was 26 and we had not been trying to ge...
- Dear Heart! I know it's so hard dealing with such a great disappointment after having become so excited. Please know you are supported! I will pray that your hearts ...
afraid...fibroids In Uterus
Asked by R.G. from Los Angeles
on February 20, 2008
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During my last pap, my doctor said I had a lot of fibroids in my uterus. I have very heavy periods (need a tampon and a pad to keep from staining my pants) and awful ...
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- I had a large fibroid removed (to preseerve fertility) I would second the uterine artery embolization over a hysterectomey. You are talking about a partial (uterus o...
- R., I had fibroids and had a myomectomy (just remove the fibroids) in 2001. Before the surgery, my doc had me on full time birth control, no breaks for a period, to tr...
- Oh my gosh! This sounds just like me 10 years ago! I cannot counsel you for yourself except to encourage you to get at least a 2nd opion. There are other alternativ...
D & C, Ablation and Hysterectomy
Asked by M.D. from Chicago
on October 6, 2008
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I am looking for info. I had 2 d&c's and an endo ablation and i am still bleeding. I am trying to decide if a hysterectomy is my only option as norethindrone doesn't...
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- Hi M.! Have you looked into using a hormone cream? I have a very informative CD if you'd want me to mail you one! Blessings, A. V
- M., Sign up for hystersisters.com - an amazing online resource. I had a hysterectomy in June. They left my ovaries. Mine was a vaginal hysterectomy. I spent 1 night...
- If your problem is Uterine Fibriods, there is a procedure that can embolize this fibriods at Northwestern call Ben ###-###-#### for more information about the procedur...
Early Menopause?
Asked by L.B. from Washington DC
on May 22, 2008
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I suffered from endrometriosis and had a complete hysterectomy 7 years ago when I was 35. My ovaries were left partially intact so I haven't had to go through hormone...
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- Hi, I've read alot concerning women's health and read that hysterectomies often result in lowered libido. It's no fun. One option you may want to investigate is see...
- I started the hot flashes when I was 37, and hit menopause at 49. I didn't have problems with my ovaries, but did have a failing thyroid that was removed this past Fe...
- hi L., i hit early menopause too, for no good reason that i can figure out. probably because my dh had just had his tubes tied and the gods laugh at me. the hot flash...
Lots of Breast Cancer Questions
Asked by E.M. from Dallas
on March 26, 2007
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This is from my friend, please help if you can....
Dear Family and Friends,
I thank you for your continued prayer for my brother and sister-in-law. Susan has b...
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- My heart goes out to you. My cousin has been cancer free for 2-3 yrs. I email her the info and hope to hear from her soon in response of your request. You are in my...
- Sorry, I have NO clue what these reports mean, luckily we don't deal with this in Pediatrics! She needs to find an oncologist who will sit down and go over everythin...
- I can't understand the lab reports but my mom had breast cancer. She needs to ask what all options of treatment are and the percentage of survival with each. Along wit...
Acupuncture and Fertility
Asked by J.R. from Denver
on May 17, 2009
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Hi! My husband and I have been trying to conceive for 8 months now without success. I have had an unbalanced cycle since I was 18, but have never been diagnosed with a...
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- While I didn't have accupuncture for fertility reasons, I did for treatment of neuropathy from cancer treatment and it was excellent! My friend's daughter also had it ...
- I had a horrible time getting pregnant with my first two kids, and a crazy second pregnancy. I vowed to get my health in order and went to an accupuncturist when my 2...
- Acupuncture can work. Also some herbs that can balance your hormones and therefore your cycle. Vitex, also known as chaste tree berry, is very good for balancing all...
A Second Child?
Asked by M.R. from Nashville
on July 22, 2009
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Hi, moms.
I feel a little silly discussing something so personal~this is my first post. But I'm really struggling right now & would just like to know if any of you ...
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- I think it's wonderful that you are staying home with your daughter. It would be nice if people would mind their own business about things of this nature, since stayi...
- Hi M. ~ In deciding to have a 2nd child, please do not dwell on the past or future. If it is truly your hearts desire to have another child; just go for it! Your 2nd ...
- First of all, I want to commend you for being at home with your little girl, especially with all the sacrifices it entails. Don't let the criticism make you think twi...
Stopped Taking Birth Control (The Pill) **Edited**
Asked by E.R. from Medford
on March 30, 2008
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So i stopped at the end of my last pack and have had abdominal pain. Not too bad but it is there. It feels like it would be my uterus or my ovaries. If i push on that ...
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- So funny, I also stopped taking the pill recently after taking it four years and having three pregnancies for the years prior. I had forgotten what it felt like to ovu...
- I'm not a doctor and there could always be other reasons for it medically, so you should ask your doctor to be sure, but since I stopped taking the pill I knew when I ...
- 1. Go to the doctor! At least give them a call and speak to someone about what it might be, but they might want to see you anyways. 2. If you think the discomfort is...
Has Anyone Received an Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy?
Asked by J.S. from Seattle
on February 2, 2009
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I am planning on having this procedure and would like to know how it went with other mama's! What can I expect as far as pain, recovery time, can I lift things, drive...
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- My sister had it done a year ago and was back to work the next week. she had very little pain after the second day. recover was very fast for her and she recommends it...
- I was supposed to have one but as the doctor said "everything I touched just bled and wouldn't stop" so it converted to a full open hysterectomy. I only say this beca...
- good friend had this done and developed cancer soon afterwards. because of ovaries left behind, dr. said sorry can't always tell if it get it all. now going tru cemo. ...
