Prolactinoma Support Group
A prolactinoma is a benign tumor of the pituitary gland that produces a hormone called prolactin. It is the most common type of pituitary tumor. Symptoms of prolactinoma are caused by too much prolactin in the blood or by pressure of the tumor on surrounding tissues. Prolactin stimulates the breast to produce milk during pregnancy. After delivery of the baby, a mother's...
I think I get more and more nervous about being with someone physically and emotionally. So much has happened over the past few years emotionally, physically, and emotionally with just myself that I am extremely hesitant adding someone else to the mix. With the last person who truly hurt me with all of my fears, I don't want to open up to someone again. Even when I started to get close to someone, letting them know about my tumor and physical/mental issues I occasionally struggle with, I saw them shut down and leave. I know everyone is like "the right person will be there for you no matter what or not care about whatever health issues you have" but I don't think they imagine down the road. A person may start of that way, full of concern and empathy, but then they get tired and worn out. Is everyone like this? I just don't think I can take the heart break anymore. And (I don't want to get too descriptive) being with someone physically is also terrifying. I know that our libido goes back and forth so often that having a long term significant other could potientally be draining. Not to mention, if my breasts start leaking again, I may scream.
No matter how this condition affects you, remember that there is nothing to be ashamed of. And the same way you want someone to be patient and accepting of you, is how you must be with the other person in your relationship as they go on this journey with you. You will experience all of the ups and downs together. I was very scared to tell my boyfriend about my condition, I felt so ashamed and couldn't help but cry as I revealed my most private secret. He was surprised, but assured me I had nothing to be ashamed of. He reminded me that none of us humans are perfect, and appreciated that fact that I trusted him enough to share. In fact, it strengthened our bond, and he shared some things with me about his own problems I wouldn't have known about otherwise. Keep your head up and focus on self-love. Take care of yourself & best wishes. :)