Category Archives: Gynaecology
Looking forward to Hysterectomy
I must admit that I found the whole idea of a hysterectomy to be very daunting at first but, after having spoken to a number of women, I’m more confident about the procedure. I spoke with a girlfriend recently who … Continue reading
Filed under Fibroids, Gynaecology, Hysterectomy
Hysterectomy Prep
I went along for my follow-up to my follow-up. Helios came with me. I asked all my questions. I got answers. In particular, I said, in no uncertain terms, that I was afraid that I would lose the ability to … Continue reading
Filed under Dysmenorrhoea, Employment, Fibroids, Gynaecology, Hysterectomy, Relationships
Is this the future for Endometriosis treatment?
Finally a new surgical approach: remove the endometriosis! Dr Trehan believes that endometriosis “…is a generalized disease of the pelvic peritoneum and a radical approach like total pelvic peritoneal excision is the answer”. If my experience is anything to go … Continue reading
Filed under Dysmenorrhoea, Endometriosis, Gynaecology, Hysterectomy, Laparoscopy, pain management
Choices, choices
I’m going to take the time to thrash out what I feel are the pros and cons of the treatments I’ve been offered by the consultant I saw on Tuesday. As I find thinking on the page just as helpful … Continue reading
National Health Service
As you know I’ve always been an advocate of the National Health Service. I think it’s a fair way to allocate funding for illness and a sign of a civilised society. Let’s talk about funding for a health service for … Continue reading
Filed under Depression, Employment, Endometriosis, Gynaecology, Health Insurance, Insulin Resistance, Laparoscopy, PCOS, Stress
Endometriosis Treatment: Birth Control Pill
I don’t think any treatment for endometriosis is worth its weight in gold but this one works for me. I take several pill packs back to back. My last cycle was nearly 12 weeks between periods. The theory is that … Continue reading
Filed under Birth Control Pill, Employment, Endometriosis, Gynaecology, Menstruation, pain management, Period, Relationships
Treatments for Endo: The Mirena Coil
The official line from my favourite informative website: http://www.endo-resolved.com/treatment.html “The Mirena Coil - The Mirena Coil is used by some doctors to treat the symptoms of Endometriosis by reducing the amount of blood flow in a woman’s periods. The Mirena Coil … Continue reading
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Filed under Endometriosis, Gynaecology, Laparoscopy, Menstruation, pain management, PCOS, Period, Polycystic Ovaries
Hysterectomy not cure for Endometriosis
I just love this website: http://www.endo-resolved.com/hysterectomy.html ! It has a common-sense approach to many of the questions I have about endometriosis. Today’s topic: endo and hysterectomy chosen specifically for C’s sister. Please see below: “For many women, a total hysterectomy is advised … Continue reading
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Filed under Birth Control Pill, Dysmenorrhoea, Endometriosis, Gynaecology, Hysterectomy, Menopause, Menstruation, pain management, Period
Support our Endo Sisters
There are so many things that are difficult about endometriosis: the length of time to diagnosis, the difficulty in adequately expressing the pain symptoms, and the fatigue involved in fighting the pain and carrying on with normal activities despite agony. … Continue reading
Filed under Birth Control Pill, Depression, Endometriosis, Family, Gynaecology, Laparoscopy, pain management, Period, Relationships, Sleep, Stress
Embarrassing Bodies – Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Recently PCOS has featured a couple of times on the TV show: “Embarrassing Bodies” here in the UK. As if having Endometriosis wasn’t bad enough, I’ve got PCOS as well. I therefore had no problem identifying the PCOS sufferers on … Continue reading
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Filed under Birth Control Pill, Depression, Diabetes, Diet, Endometriosis, Family, Gynaecology, HRT, Insulin Resistance, Menstruation, Metformin, PCOS, Polycystic Ovaries
