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Found out my surgery date today...8/31 Yikes!
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08-22-2006, 03:38 PM
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Posts: 9
Hysterectomy: August 31st, 2006
Surgery Type: SAH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Found out my surgery date today...8/31 Yikes!
Hi all! I am a newbie...my loving husband actually found this site for me. This message board has been very good for me so far-I've been reading everyones postings that I feel might help me. I have had endometriosis for about 8 years now. My main problem is constant bleeding. I have a regular period for 5-7 days and then 5 days of no bleeding at all and then the spotting starts and doesn't stop until the next period. I have been dealing with this forever. I've had laproscopy 4 years ago to remove cysts on the ovaries and remove the galbladder...I had terrible adhesions which were removed and I had a dnc. Then I was put on Lupron Depot injections for 6 months...they were wonderful...that was the only time I had without any bleeding, but as soon as the shots were done, the bleeding returned. Last march I had an ablation to burn off the uterine lining...the periods got lighter, however, still spotting all the time! It's so frustrating..now the major abdominal and lower back pain has set in and lasts for days and sometimes a week at a time. I finally made the decision with the help of my DR. to have the hyster...will try to leave cervix and will leave right ovary. Must have a full cut, do not qualify for lapro...I"M TERRIFIED! I am not so scared of the surgery itself...but of the recovery! I am so afraid of the pain and restrictions for such a long time. I know I need to get this done and I hope it takes care of my bleeding problem. It's all so scary! I wish they could just knock me out for 2 weeks and wake me up after staples are out. Any support I can get will be welcomed. I just can't stop crying about it all!
Scared in Chicago,
Phyllis
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08-22-2006, 03:56 PM
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Posts: 1,717
Hysterectomy: September 25th, 2006
Surgery Type: LAVH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Found out my surgery date today...8/31 Yikes!
Hi Phyllis,
I am scared in Pa lol. My surgery is 9/6, due to atypical complex hyperplasia...that scared me hearing the words pre-cancer, but now I get comfort in the word PRE!!!! I want to send you good vibes and tell you it will be ok. I have had my days of crying too...especially when I got a letter in the mail Sat. saying my mammogram showed a 6 mm nodule..more worries..yikes, but I am feel more confident it's not serious and praying for comfort from God.
I don't know about the staples..I am having a LAVH/BSO and think I won't have those, so others can answer that.
Remember, you are not alone and a lot of us are scared and crying. you, me and all others will pull through with flying colors. Keep busy doing things to keep your mind off it..I know easier said than done huh? lol. I'msure you'll see me falling apart on here a few days before I go lol.
I hope I have given you some comfort and eased your fears. It's good to have this place to come to and knowing you're not alone is so much better too. Good luck to you.
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08-22-2006, 04:08 PM
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Posts: 9
Hysterectomy: August 31st, 2006
Surgery Type: SAH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Found out my surgery date today...8/31 Yikes!
Thanks SisterAngel for your comfort and good wishes! Ishould feel blessed my surgery is not for something lifethreatening! I wish you well also and hope you have a flawless surgery and recovery!
xoxo
Your scared friend in Chicago
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08-22-2006, 10:40 PM
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Posts: 493
Hysterectomy:
Ovaries: Undecided
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Found out my surgery date today...8/31 Yikes!
Good luck with your surgery.Mine is Sep.1st,and I'll be having a tvh.So we're here for you sister,hang in there.
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08-23-2006, 08:32 AM
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Posts: 9
Hysterectomy: August 31st, 2006
Surgery Type: SAH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Found out my surgery date today...8/31 Yikes!
Good luck to you as well...we'll be 1 day apart. I slept okay last night...but throughout the day I have nervous butterflies. I try not to think about it too much and to enjoy myself before the surgery for after I know there will be much resting.
Good thoughts to you...and good luck!
Phyllis
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