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.
A bit worried about my appointment this Friday. For those of you that dont know whats going on with me. 4 weeks ago I went into the ER with blinding pains on my right side. I found out that I was pregnant and I was having an ectopic pregnancy. On top of that wonderful news : ( the doctors found a large mass and large cyst on my right ovary.
Since then I have been taking a Cancer treatment called "Megastrol" which is suppose to shrink down the mass and cyst.
I have my doctors appointment on Friday to find out if it worked.... if not I will be having a 2nd surgery. So I am just praying that it worked! Totally not looking forward to the trans vaginal ultra sound I have to go through for the 7th time in 2 months :(
Just worried and venting a bit, I have just had enough of Endo! Grr!!!
Much Love Endo Sisters
Fight On
Ashley Nicole
Since then I have been taking a Cancer treatment called "Megastrol" which is suppose to shrink down the mass and cyst.
I have my doctors appointment on Friday to find out if it worked.... if not I will be having a 2nd surgery. So I am just praying that it worked! Totally not looking forward to the trans vaginal ultra sound I have to go through for the 7th time in 2 months :(
Just worried and venting a bit, I have just had enough of Endo! Grr!!!
Much Love Endo Sisters
Fight On
Ashley Nicole
Please keep us posted.
(HUGS)
here are some things that help with me for the ultrasound:
- wear something super cozy and warm, especially on the top half of the body where you'll be able to keep your clothes on.
- bring someone who loves you to sit in the room or hold your hand.
- do something loving and cozy for yourself afterward to support yourself -- a nice warm bath, going out for tea, a glass of wine.
- try to make a connection with the technician performing the ultrasound. be calm, clear, and friendly. make eye contact or shake hands if you can when greeting them.
- keep breathing, slowly and deeply.
- connect with whatever you believe in. god, nature, the magic of existence, the spirit of your ancestors, the love of your partner; whatever will help you feel strong and supported.
start the deep breathing and tuning into whatever supports your sense of well-being in the world while in the waiting room instead of numbing out with a magazine. i like to get as calm and centered as i can.
i find that some techs and hospitals invite me to view the scan on the screen, others forbid it. i prefer not to look even when invited, because i've had the experience of seeing something big there that i then had to wait for my doctor to call me days later to discuss. that was frightening. now i tell the techs nicely that i'd prefer not to see or hear what is happening and wait to discuss with my doctor, so that i'm not stuck waiting if i see something that concerns me.
heal well, sister. this too shall pass.
Whyme- I will make sure to take a motrin 800 :)
Whitedeer- Thank you so much and I will be doing all of these things. I just get really sore for the next three days that follow. On top of it all 2 days later I have to go to my sisters baby shower. Just what every person wants to do after trying for 3 years and having a ectopic a month ago :(
Life goes on though.
Thank you for all the support and I will keep you all updated :)
HUGS