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I have extremely heavy periods and surgery was one of the options.. The other options were just waiting it out which could be years or try an D&C.. Ovaries are good.Not thrilled about surgery but if my quality of life is better then I will. I'm just worried that I could make it worse-- having more problems later than just waiting it out.. Thank-you.
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phoebewhite kelly55079
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Have you a diagnosis as to why your periods are so heavy? mine originally were down to my having polyps, I didn't have any treatment for those , things did clear up and I sailed through the menopause then the bleeding began again 3 years further down the line, I was then diagnosed with stage 1A endometrial cancer, where I was concerned hysterectomy was definitely worth it regardless of some of the lingering minor problems since, are you on TXA or other meds to help with the bleeding?
Phoebe
kelly55079 phoebewhite
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The diagnosis is Menorrhagia. I wasn't offered any meds for the bleeding-- just D&C, to wait or have hysterectomy. So glad they caught the cancer in time and it's working for you... So many ppl have major problems.
phoebewhite kelly55079
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Hi again,
You could ask about meds for the bleeding they work wonders, I only ever took half a tablet and the bleeding would be under control almost instantly, I lost almost half my blood volume at one point so it really helped me, long term it might not be considered advisable I don't know, it would certainly give you some relief occasionally, I was on Tranaxamic acid or TXA, might be worth an ask.
Good luck
Phoebe
michelle48889 kelly55079
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Hi Kelly
I too had heavy periods which got continually worse. I was sent for ultra sound and found to have large fibroids. I was put on Zoladex for 18 months and as soon as it was stopped I went straight back to square one. I was then referred to a consultant who suggested a hysterectomy as I may not have gone into menopause until age 58.
I ended up having a full abdominal hysterectomy 7 weeks ago as my womb was to large to remove keyhole. Everything was removed including ovaries, tubes, womb and cervix.Its still early days and apart from tiredness and swelly belly I'm recovering fine. Best decision I made.
Wishing you lots of luck with whatever decision you make.
kelly55079 michelle48889
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Sigh... that's too bad that the meds didn't stop the bleeding permanently! I wasn't offered anything.. I'm 50 and I may several years to go..
michelle48889 kelly55079
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I'm 52.I would go back to the doctors tell them your quality of life is non existent and how you are feeling. I was exhausted all the time and had several accidents at work! You will get a referral to see a consultant.I kept putting my operation off because of work; I will never put work before my health ever again. Its still early days in my recovery but I know I've made the best decision as I already feel like a new woman.
You need to look after you. It makes you feel very lonely the situation you're in. If there isn't anyone you know thats going through the same thing.
Joining this forum has really helped me and what lovely ladies are out there suffering in silence that have been so helpful.
kelly55079 michelle48889
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Right-- quality of life is not that good now... I'm soaking everything so quickly.. I will seriously think about doing the surgery after the new year. In the meantime I will ask for something for the bleeding. My mom had her surgery at 40 and that's one thing that she noticed was her energy was back to normal and no more periods to deal with. The reason that I'm concerned was because there are ppl who believe surgery is wrong unless cancer, etc.. A uterus was made for the womens body and should stay there. But yes, ultimately I need to do what's best for me.
michelle48889 kelly55079
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Hi Kelly
I didn't think twice Kelly your health is more important.I'm one of those minorities that never had the pleasure of having children but I don't dwell on that. I put all my love into my nieces and nephews. You are still a woman with or without a womb but you'll be a happier one when you can live your life without constant bleeding and hormone fluctuations.
Good luck xx
welshgirl67 kelly55079
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hi hun
I agree about removing organs unnecessary but its not that's yiur health usnt being affected.
I dont see the point in keeping the uterysvif its not functioning correctly.
I didn't think twice and I had a prolapse age 50 but went through early menopause naturally at age 45.
I can assure you can yiu will feel soo much better. my mum had her hys at 39 as she bled constantly and couldnt live like that.she is now age 82 and no issues at all.xx
inapickle2019 kelly55079
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hi there
sorry to hear you are having a tough time.
I am 46 and i recently had total abdominal hysterectomy with tubes and ovaries removed.
i had mutliple fibroids which did not respond to conservative treatments. i was originally offered a hysterectomy 2 years ago but wanted to see if things improved. I think I almost got used to not being able to go out for three days every two to three weeks.
everyone is different and you may be lucky but in my case things got worse and I ended up with severe anaemia and became very poorly in hospital needing blood transfusions. i was so ill i was left with no choice but to have the surgery and now it is done I am looking forward to feeling better and being able to go out when I want and go swimming etc without the worry of the dreaded period!
good luck with whatever you decide x
kelly55079 inapickle2019
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I can relate to NOT leaving the house for too long during my periods.. Just awful really. I do take iron and so far my iron levels are good. I do have 1 fibroid, it's not large but she doesn't like where it's positioned. My friend just had her surgery in April and has been pleased with it. And we were just talking about how 'freeing' it is with no period!! I couldn't go to my water class today due to the heaviness. And when we plan an outing that's the first thing I get concerned is 'oh no, what if it's a heavy day' for me.. Hope your up and about real soon!
kelly55079
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Are any of you worried about HRT? I know they have risks but some ppl still need them. I believe bio-identical is the better choice.I'm starting to get mad that I have to push this along to get to the next phase-- although it could be years if I wait for it to come naturally. It's really a gamble if I'll be ok or not. Thanks for allowing me to vent-- such a big decision. Especially with the weight thing-- that's scary!!! I don't want to gain any more weight.
welshgirl67 kelly55079
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I believe if yiu watch yiur calories and exercise there us no reason to be afraid if weight gain.
I think its a but myth about weight gain which fet women all in a tizz.
I'm not saying women dint put weight on but whether its directly connected to the surgery.
my professor Urogynacologist completely disagrees but everyone feels different in this.
I really watch my portions and have still kept my weight the same.
good luck
kelly55079 welshgirl67
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I hope your right about the weight gain... I'm trying to lose a few pounds now...
phoebewhite welshgirl67
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I actually eat exactly the same as before my surgery and I have put on over a stone in weight which I am finding very hard to lose again.
welshgirl67 phoebewhite
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we are not all the same when it comes to surgery and how we all manage afterwards.
I am really careful what I eat and I have really reduced my portion sizes,not that I was a big eater before.
I read up a lot on weight gain which scared me and j know as we reach menopause we can spread a bit more around our middle.
I can only speak for me with my ovaries, but have heard other ladies speak about weight gain.
it's so hard for us ladies having to put up with all this emotionall and physical changes. men get it easy I can say.
kelly55079 welshgirl67
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Maybe I should get used to eating celery.... Fiber and no calories or maybe a few.
welshgirl67 kelly55079
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I have found d metabolism has slowed down since menopause hense why I've reduced my plate size.
it's very hard to eat a high dose of fibre while eating small. thats what I've noticed mainly.
I'd soon get fed up with celery,be weeing all day🤣🤣.