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Re: endo mass size of golf ball removed -- should I be concerned?
From: Darla (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed Jul 30 21:32:47 2003
I agree with Rachel. Not fatal just painful. You should learn about
your options and do not go blindly into treatments offered up by your
doctor. Participate in your healthcare decisions.
You're lucky you've found this forum early on. I wish I had.
Good Luck!
At Sun, 27 Jul 2003, Rachel wrote:
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>Angela, endometriosis is not fatal. But, it is a painful, chronic
>disease. At your post-op appointment, your doctor will discuss
>treatment options with you. I had two cysts removed from my right ovary
>in my first lap totaling the size of a large grapefruit. I still have
>pain now, 8 months after my second lap, but I'm doing okay. Do as much
>research as you can on endo treatments so you can go to your appointment
>prepared, and informed. Your doctor might suggest Lupron to you for
>treatment, or continuous birth control pills to stop your periods...you
>should know as much as you can about treatment options so you can choose
>the one that's right for you. Good luck!
>
>--
>Rachel
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