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I had my UFE on 5/24/18. I am barely into two weeks. The first week was very rough with the severe pain and cramping, the hot and cold flashes. I was prescribed Dilaudid for my pain and told to take motrin 2-3 times a day for 5 days for inflammation and pain. My IR did warn me to take the pain meds only as need because they can be addictive and to take colace because of constipation. I understand the goal of a UFE is to eventually stop the pain and severe bleeding during my cycle. I started having a menstrual my first week post procedure and now im still bleeding. Is this normal? Was the first bleeding procedure related and this bleeding my actual cycle? I am going to check in with my doc but I was just wondering had anyone else experience this.
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cindy6712 MissThang37
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Hi!
I had a period going into the procedure back in Oct. 2017 and UFE stopped my heavy bleeding immediately. Yes, I was bleeding for a couple of weeks, but lightly - more like a liner amount. Everyone is different. A month later, I had a light cycle. Much happier!
I had not taken any meds, but did use Ibuprofen to lessen the cramping/pain. I was using a meditation CD, which helped me 2 weeks before & after the procedure. Taking walks helped with the cramping. I will say that my Iron count improved already (in range), so less tired. Best of luck MissThang! I hope your recovery goes well.
MissThang37 cindy6712
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thanks so much. your input really has helped. I will try the walking and the bleeding is light for me too! I just will be glad when it stops!lol
cindy6712 MissThang37
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