YOUNG-WOMEN Messages for October, 2000: Re: severe cramping and clots

Re: severe cramping and clots

From: R. Daniel Braun, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 19 Oct 2000 16:28:42 -0500 (CDT)

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At Thu, 19 Oct 2000, Michelle wrote: >
>I have always had bad cramping and heavy, long periods. I have also had
>painful intercourse with bleeding after, ever since becoming sexually active
>at 18 (also pelvic exams/paps have always been very painful). I have tried
>several types of bcps depo provera. None provided complete relief. My
>cramping has gotten unbearable and I now have intermittent sharp pain. My
>flow is very heavy with large clots (overflowing the pad instantly). It has
>taken 4 bcps a day for several days to stop the bleeding. I have had an
>ultrasound that showed lots of fluid, an endometrial biopsy that showed no
>abnormal cells and very little lining. My doctor's are not usually
>forthcoming with info.I want some advice on what to ask the doctor. I know
>that I want an answer and that I can not live this way but I am not sure
>what to push for. I have many symptoms of endometriosis but I know the
>diagnostics are invasive. I also have bowel problems (prev. diagnosed
>IBS-but now having more tests). What are the chances that the gi problems
>are linked? My husband and I want to have children but we are worried about
>my fertility. We'd like to wait but don't know if we can or should. Is it
>possible this is just after effects of being on the depo? Any advice would
>be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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If you do have endometriosis, then you should find out and get it treated and attempt pregnancy as soon as possible. Delaying will allow endometriosis to get worse and make pregnancy less likely. A consultation with a Gynecologist who specializes in endometriosis might be a good idea.

RDB

-- R.Daniel Braun, MD FACOG FOG

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