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Re: 2 week-long menses, history of follicular cysts & endometriosis - need for concern?
From: anonymous (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu Sep 18 19:12:07 2003
I had the same problems you describe, which lasted on and off for about
10 years. After the birth of my last child back in 1994 it got worse. I
had numerous lap's, but the endo and adhesions kept coming back. I
finally agreed to a hysterectomy and removal of my left ovary. I was
pain free for 3 1/2 years, but the pain has returned. No doubt due to
endometriosis from my remaining ovary. All I can say is talk to your
doctor. You should not have to live this way! There are options out
there that range from herbal remedies to surgical treatment. Explore
ALL the options and chose what's best for you. Feel better!!
At Thu, 18 Sep 2003, anonymous wrote:
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>I was diagnosed with endometriosis at age 14 (now 32), had my first
>lap/d&c at age 16 and have had a long history of pain associated with my
>reproductive organs, including chronic sciatica and anemia. I have
>never agreed to take the birth control pill, insisting on relying on
>food and exsercise to regulate my cycle. About two years ago I was
>diagnosed with a large, complex, fluid-filled cyst on my left ovary. I
>had also experience "bursting cysts" throughout the years but they
>usually went away. After finding the cysts, my doctor at the time
>encouraged me to take the pill. Uncomfortable with the idea still, and
>not convinced taht survery was a good option either, I took on a more
>extreme lifestyle along the dietary route (hormone-free/whole foods, no
>alcohol, no caffeine, etc.). While the pain related to the cysts has
>improved considerably and, it has not disappeared.
>
>More recently, about two weeks ago in fact, I got my period 2 weeks into
>my new cycle (a first for me as over the past 5 years or so, I'd been
>getting my period every 28 days, no fail). Like my normal menses, it
>started with old blood, yet it has continued that way for two weeks
>(with the occasional spotting of new blood). My doctor has told me that
>this is not uncommon, although I am quite concerned. I am wondering if
>this might be related to a reoccurrence of endometriosis and not the
>cyst. I am wondering if anyone has experienced a 2 week-long period of
>dried blood as well? Also, if any doctors are reading this: do these
>systems sound consistent with endometriosis or even fibroids?
>
>Any advice will be greatly appreciated.
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