ENDO Messages for November, 2003: Re: Lupron at a young age

Re: Lupron at a young age

From: Emmy (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon Nov 17 11:05:08 2003

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Sharyn,

I started Lupron shots shortly after I turned 30 (after having endo and adeno and fibroid problems for years!). It's a drastic change to your endocrine system, so I was scared to do it for awhile. I waited until I got:

1. A very good doctor - a reproductive endocrinologist experienced in fertility problems. He takes all my symptoms very seriously, and can gauge my adeno, endo, etc by vaginal ultrasound

2. Counseling and anti-depression meds. I know my moods change depending where I am on my cycle, and my research shows that shifting into lupron-induced menopause can cause emotional distress. I already have personal issues, so I knew I needed the "fortifying" backdrop of therapy and paxil before the lupron started. I don't know what your particular situation is, though.

3. Information on lupron - how it worked in the body, the pros and cons, etc. I wanted to be as informed as possible so very little would "blindside" me. For example, I was prepared for the pain to get worse for 5-7 days before it got better.

I just got my 4th shot, and I have not had ANY pain since the initial week after the first shot. Okay - I've had minor cramping as my add-back therapy was adjusted, but I almost don't count it (I'm so used to SEARING, 9-1-1 type pain!).

I hope this helps.

At Sat, 15 Nov 2003, Sharyn wrote: >
>I just had major endometriosis surgery. In fact, the doctor said he was
>unable to get it all. I lost one tube and the other though still there
>is badly damaged.
>
>He wants me to take Lupron for 6 months to try and get rid of what's
>there and then go on a strong pill until I am ready to get pregnant.
>
>I am only 29 and not even seriously dating so a baby right now is not
>practical.
>
>Has anyone had any experiences with Lupron that could help me make the
>decision on whether to do it or not??
>
>I appreciate anyones advice, I'm scared.
>
>--
>Sharyn
>

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