WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for September, 2007: Re: MENSTRUALPAIN?: Is it or isn't it menstrual pain?

Re: MENSTRUALPAIN?: Is it or isn't it menstrual pain?

From: D. Ashley Hill (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 25 Sep 2007 08:48:04 -0500 (CDT)

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I would suggest that your doctor consider performing a vaginal sonogram to make sure that you do not have blood "backed up" in the uterus (the medical term for this is "hematometra"). Sometimes after an ablation, even if the doctor did a great job, there can be a tiny amount of uterine lining that did not get cauterized. Over time it responds to your hormones and the tissue can grow and start to bleed. But, the opening to the uterus might be blocked or partially blocked so the blood gets backed up, causing pain. There are a couple of ways to relieve this, but you would need a diagnosis first. Good luck and best wishes,

Ashley Hill

At Tue, 25 Sep 2007, RitaH wrote: >
>I had a uterine ablation three years ago so virtually have no periods. I
>occasionally spot and I occasionally suffer mild menstrual pain. This
>month is, however, unusual. I have had over a week of what appears to
>be menstrual pain/symptoms - low back and low abdominal discomfort,
>nausea, loose bowels. No bleeding though. And no treatment is working
>- ibuprofen, Pamprin, heating pad, etc. A phone call to the Dr. got a
>wait & see response. She's not sure it is menstrual. Said to check
>back in a couple days. In the meantime, I'm miserable!

-- D. Ashley Hill, MD Medical Director Loch Haven Ob/Gyn Group 235 East Princeton Street, #200 Orlando, Florida 32804 http://www.lochhavenobgyn.com

Please understand that due to time constraints I am unable to answer any personal emails, therefore they will receive no response.

These comments are general educational comments and should not be construed as specific medical advice. The best person to answer your health care questions is your physician or other health care provider. Thank you very much.

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