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Re: 2 am with severe cramping
From: M. Kelly Shanahan, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 28 Mar 2002 23:44:11 -0600 (CST)

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At Thu, 28 Mar 2002, Vanessa wrote: >
>I had a lap done 2 weeks ago for the removal of a cyst on the left
>ovary. The Dr. found a benign fibroid on my uterus and cauterized it.
>I saw him today about the pain and he said it is due to the fibroid
>work. Is this normal to be in such pain for 2 weeks. I'm on my third
>bottle of vicodin and I feel my doctor isn't taking me seriously. He
>said today after performing a pelvic post-op that everything seems
>normal but did say there seemed to be a little gas still in there. I'm
>so tired of being in this pain. I tried a heating pad and it has some
>relief but very little. I'm exhausted, constipated and frustrated.
>Why does cauterizing the fibroid cause cramping like this?
>Vanessa

some pain is still to be expected, but if it is very severe, it needs more evaluation. If you feel your doctro is not taking your concerns seriously, you may want to seek a second opinion

-- M. Kelly Shanahan, MD, FACOG S. Lake Tahoe, CA
author of "Your Over-35 Week-by-Week Pregnancy Guide"
**this is for general educational purposes only and does not supplant the need for you to consult with your own physician** ***private e-mails WILL NOT be answered***

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