Actually, kinda looking forward to it

Recently found out I have lots of fibroids in this ole uterus. Been saying for YEARS I wanted a hyst (bad cramps, llloooonnngggg periods, heavy bleeding). Well, had a period starting early April that went on for over 2 months. Made me anemic -- hemoglobin down to 6! So, doctor says it's time for a hyst. He's also concerned about "something" on my left ovary. That's the only part that really concerns me. Well, that -- and mostly being on disability for 6 weeks. My husband and I have to move out of our apartment by the end of July and he's been out of work for a year and a half. So, I could use two things: lots of info about what to expect and what to do and not to do; and LOTS and LOTS of prayers that we find a place to move and he gets a job. Six weeks of my husband may very well land me in jail! Thank God for Hyster Sisters. You were so supportive 2 years ago when my (then) 23-year old daughter had to have a hyst for cervical cancer. (BTW, she's doing great!) I would appreciate ALL PRAYERS (as well as any info and support anyone can give).

Aw welcome back Barbara - it's wonderful that your daughter is doing so well!

I'm scheduled for July 30th - although I'm pretty terrified at times (you know, the small hours of the morning), I can't wait to be finally done with this pain. I'm 28 and have had painful, heavy, irregular, long nasty periods since I was just 9 - I know a lot of women have suffered for much much longer than I have, and I think I'm pretty darn lucky for being able to have this *done with* so early on.

There are some fabulous lists on the site that can help you figure out what you can, and can't do; and of course I'm sending tons of love and prayers your way, so you can get settled in your new home - as and when it comes

Keep smiling, and hang in there!

Tess

Sounds like youhave a lot aside from your health to worry about.
Praying for you and your family.

The waiting is always the hardest part but it's worth it and i am going to pray for you now and all the day's till the housing situation works out. i had a TAH/BSO on May 14 and am doing wery well just remember to pamper the princess whatever happens because you only have the one chance to heal right.

my thoughts and prayers are with you