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Re: Lupron
From: anonymous@obgyn.net
Fri Jul 30 10:44:19 2004
Well, I don't think you have to actually try something yourself to know
that it is a bad idea. Personally, I don't have to be hit by a car to
know that it would hurt me. I can see other people that have been hurt
or killed by something and learn from their experiences without going
thru it myself. To me it's the same with Lupron or any other thing.
I've read about ALL the options available to us, and when I read 6,200
women have filed complaints with the FDA because of serious side effects
of Lupron.... combine that with the other things I've read, that made
me decide it wasn't the best choice. And I KNOW other women don't hear
all the facts from their doctors, because I NEVER have. That's why
these women asked for all of our opinions. I've stated my opinion and
options that have helped me. If you've tried something that has helped
you, by all means post them, pros and cons. But, don't bash those of us
with different opinions for stating them. Our messages are done with
the best intentions. To help other women with their suffering.
At Thu, 29 Jul 2004, Julie wrote:
>
>I have tried to stay out of this "discussion," but I feel like I should
>say something. The impression I got when Jennifer posted her dislike of
>lupron "bashing" was that she was just fed up and finally "let loose."
>She didn't name any names, and I personally feel bad for her that some
>chose to bash her for voicing her opinions. I believe that there is
>room on here for everyone's opinions, but it seems as though those who
>are the most against lupron are those who have never tried it
>themselves. This is something that I find very odd. If you have been
>offered lupron and have turned it down due to potential side effects,
>then that is fine to say to someone who is looking for advice on whether
>or not to take it. What is disturbing is when people "yell" DO NOT EVER
>GO ON LUPRON, as some have said when they in fact have never tried it
>themselves. I am all for posting what works for you, but you don't have
>to respond to every posting with "DON'T TRY LUPRON, instead do what I
>did!" This mentality is very alienating for those who have chosen
>lupron. I am sure that they feel judged for accepting the potential
>side effects that you have blasted as being "terrible" and "unnatural."
>No one has come out and bashed the other methods of treatment, even
>though there are potential side effects to them too. My husband's aunt
>died from taking all "natural" vitamins and supplements, many of which
>are recommended here on a daily basis. Yes, she actually DIED from
>taking a lethal combination of herbs. The problem with "natural"
>"medications" like St. John's Wart, etc., is that they are not
>regulated by the FDA and the known and unknown dangers of combining them
>are not readily available. Many of the "natural" "medications" have
>drastic effects when taken with prescription drugs, too, that are not
>listed on the bottles. She was a health food "junkie" and thought that
>she was doing good by going to a naturalist and taking herbs and
>vitamins. The problem was that the combination of herbs and vitamins
>that she was taking built up to toxic levels in her body, and killed
>her. (Yes, this was determined by autopsy). I believe that Jennifer's
>basic point was, please post what has worked for you, and what hasn't
>worked for you. BUT!! If you haven't tried something, don't respond to
>every posting by screaming that no one should try it, either. Like it
>or not, lupron has worked for a lot of women. And it is not fair to
>constantly bash it as a horrible choice.
>
>God Bless (everyone!!),
>
>--
>Julie
>
>ps. I have to commend Lori for responding to Jennifer's posting with an
>apology and for owning up to her participation in the lupron "bashing."
>You are a good example, to me, of a true Christian.
>
>--
>"A cheerful heart is good medicine,"
> Proverbs 17:22
>
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