Endometriosis Support Group
Endometriosis is a common medical condition where the tissue lining the uterus is found outside of the uterus, typically affecting other organs in the pelvis. The condition can lead to serious health problems, primarily pain and infertility. A major symptom of endometriosis is pain, mostly in the lower abdomen, lower back, and pelvic area.
Hello Everyone,
So I'm 21 and I had a total hysterectomy because of my endometriosis, and most of my pain has gone away. I don't regret it at all, but I'm really afraid of the next part of my treatment.
I've been in physical therapy for a few months, but I just got cleared by my doctor to do internal physical therapy. But every time I even get a routine internal exam I'm in pain for days and it becomes hard for me to walk.
I know exactly which two muscles in there are causing me pain, but I'm afraid of what will happen if I do this. I missed my appointment today because I'm really scared. Is this normal? Does anyone have any advice for how I should deal with this?
Also my gynecologist recommended I try this thing called a TheraWand. Has anyone used it before? I honestly don't want to put anything in my vagina anymore.....
So I'm 21 and I had a total hysterectomy because of my endometriosis, and most of my pain has gone away. I don't regret it at all, but I'm really afraid of the next part of my treatment.
I've been in physical therapy for a few months, but I just got cleared by my doctor to do internal physical therapy. But every time I even get a routine internal exam I'm in pain for days and it becomes hard for me to walk.
I know exactly which two muscles in there are causing me pain, but I'm afraid of what will happen if I do this. I missed my appointment today because I'm really scared. Is this normal? Does anyone have any advice for how I should deal with this?
Also my gynecologist recommended I try this thing called a TheraWand. Has anyone used it before? I honestly don't want to put anything in my vagina anymore.....
It's good you have a specific sense of which muscles are causing the problems. I think this will help the therapist to target the treatment. Physical therapy can be really good. I tried to avoid it but it really made me understand my body and our muscles pain reactions.
I just realized you posted this a couple of weeks ago so I hope you were able to work it out, but lemme know if you wanna chat.