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People who have had the Mona Lisa Procedure

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jean0078
jean0078

I had my first Mona Lisa treatment today. I posted several weeks ago that I would tell how it went. There have been a few others who posted their experience with this procedure, but their comments were buried in other discussions and harder to find. I thought this new discussion would make it much easier for those who are still deciding whether to have the procedure or not.

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  • catrin46108
    catrin46108 jean0078

    Posted

    I'm assuming that you are all in America?? I have been told this is not available on the NHS and most do seem unaware of it. I can't afford to go privately I don't think. Can someone give me some more information about this please. 

    Catrin

    • beverly52803
      beverly52803 catrin46108

      Posted

      I am, but as has been mentioned it isn't covered by insurance. Will be sure to keep enough in savings if I need to get it. Would do anything to correct the problem if I had it as severly as some do. I'm not a borrower, but I would borrow if needed to improve my quality of life. Life is too short and I am too old. The testimonials of those who have gotten it are enough to convince me. But that's me and this is obviously something people have to decide for themselves.

      Women all over the world should be lobbying for it to be covered by insurance. If Viagra and sex change operations are, why not this?

  • jean0078
    jean0078

    Posted

    I am in the US. There are lots of private clinics sand some large teaching hospitals that offer it. However it is not yet covered by insurance or medicare here so we have to pay for it ourselves. I have heard of prices that range from $500 to $1000 per treatment and you normally get 3.
    • nancyo
      nancyo jean0078

      Posted

      Not covered in the US I paid 2500 for 3 treatments.total. treatment was originated in Italy but my doc said it would be years before it is covered.It's a shame because women are suffering and this is a viable cure.
    • Janaba
      Janaba jean0078

      Posted

      I paid $1600 and that was a discount for paying attention once. But I will do it again to stay fixed.lol
  • carmarie
    carmarie jean0078

    Posted

    Hi Jean. I would be careful with the dose of Vagifem you have been given as this sounds like you are being overdosed, especially with your breast cancer issue.Vagifem IS HRT and there is proof that it does enter the bloodsream, which differ to the info docors are telling patients.
    • jean0078
      jean0078 carmarie

      Posted

      My oncologist said it was ok. The regular dose of Vagifem ( 2x) a week does nothing. I may as well not use it and then I am totally miserable and cannot walk or even sit with comfort. This is one reason I went for the Mona Lisa. The Dr. that did it thought I would be able to reduce the amount at some point in the treatment. Kind of caught between a rock and hard place before I found out about the Mona Lisa. 
    • nancyo
      nancyo jean0078

      Posted

      I know. No options. So grateful Mona Lisa is working. Changed my life
  • peg30370
    peg30370 jean0078

    Posted

    So glad to hear all went well with your treatment. It's such a big help to learn of everyone's experiences with the Mona Lisa. My GYN is presenting a seminar at the end of this month to discuss it with the community. I'll be anxious to see how big a turnout she gets. She has only had her laser for a few months, so I've been waiting for her to get her technique perfected😉!! We need to get the conversations going about this, since so many woman have no idea that an alternative treatment even exists.
    • catrin46108
      catrin46108 peg30370

      Posted

      It doesn't actually exist in the UK as far as I can ascertain. Neither my GP or consultant had ever heard of it. Unfortunately I wouldn't be able to afford it even if I could find a private provider. 😕
    • Enna1
      Enna1 catrin46108

      Posted

      Hi, well I just had to look at this trail because I have a similar infection and taking Vagifem.  I took a months supply and kept up 1 every 2 weeks, I was scared of the implications of this drug, and sure enough my problem has stayed away, but I still use vagifem when I get an indication that there is going to be an itch.  So i was interested in the Mona Lisa treratment here in Spain.  I don't think they will do it here either.  I am I also suprised they prescribe HRT - so we are coming out of the dark ages.  I took the pill until I was 40ish and then went onto HRT when I was 50ish - can't remember when I came off HRT - I take a pain killer and I get to have to think of words.   I really can't say I had problems with either the Pill (although I was changed a couple of times with the different types/manufacturers of it) and the same with HRT, I think i was changed once.

      So going back onto Vagifem was no problem for me, it has kept my problem at bay but will look up the Mona Lisa treatment but don't think I will get this in Spain.  Anyway our dr is pretty miserable and difficult to talk to and with a painting room of people outside, all in their 70 and beyond, talking about their ailments, well ..........

    • nancyo
      nancyo Enna1

      Posted

      Mona Lisa touch was developed in Italy. Search to see where in Spain. Must be available Check on Internet

    • catrin46108
      catrin46108 nancyo

      Posted

      It is available (and also privately in the UK) but I can't afford it. Most people here use the NHS, which it is not available on. I don't have and can't afford insurance. Maybe eventually it will become available as the cost goes down. Glad it's working for you. 
    • beverly52803
      beverly52803 peg30370

      Posted

      peg, where are you located? I am very impressive a GYN is holding a seminbar on it. people from Europe and the US post here. (maybe other places too.) I think it's helpful for us to share what is available where.

      I hope to discuss it soon with my GYN in MA (in the US). I learned of the Mona Lisa procedure from this site but haven't seen the doctor in over a year. She wanted me to use hormone cream (Premarin) but I don't like the idea of that, as I do have a sister with stage 4 cancer  probably caused by HRT. If my problem progresses I will definitely opt for the ML, though at the moment apparently insurance does not cover it. Women need to speak up LOUDLY about this.

    • peg30370
      peg30370 beverly52803

      Posted

      I'm in SC. My Dr is just trying to get women aware of this treatment. Really good to have a question and answer period. I'm signed up for the procedure in May. So hoping it will work
    • nancyo
      nancyo peg30370

      Posted

      Just had my third treatment in San Jose Ca. Stanford is doing a study now. Hopefully this will be covered one day
    • wendy62425
      wendy62425 peg30370

      Posted

      Hello Peg...just read your blog.  May I ask how you are doing after the Mona Lisa treatments......I am in VA...in the US

      thank you

      wendy

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