Guest guest Posted March 3, 2004 Report Share Posted March 3, 2004 Again, why do the doctors say Hysterectomy as a 1st and only option??? Have you thought about myo?? How big is your fibroid? I know there may be other options for you if the fibroid is small enough. I had terrible heavy bleeding and gushing also. I had a UFE 1 month ago and feel great. I became very anemic, hemocrit down to 24! They put me on iron 65mg. 3X a day. They said it could take around 3 months for me to build up the blood again. It's been about a month and I need to get it checked again. Good luck to you and explore all your options. Find out what type of fibroid you have, it's location and research!! Jen Because of my high blood pressure the only solution my gyn doc is offering is hysterectomy - I'm 41 yrs old and single but I don't want to give up the possibility of having another child...even at this late date in my reproductive life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2004 Report Share Posted March 3, 2004 Hi Luvi, I also was given Provera and it did not stop my bleeding at all. Depo Provera is a form of birth control with these common side effects: Irregular, heavy, or no bleeding. There are also other side effects. I agree with your internal med doc because my two other gyns told me to throw out the provera. Check with your doctor about other birth control methods and ask if you need prescription for heavy dose of iron tablets. Also search the archive in this group for Ku's advice on treating your anemic condition. This should be your first priority. Good Luck, Jackie Quick Decision Would you take any more Depo Provera? I'm confused and I don't feel up to par because of the anemia. I don't feel like I can make a sane decision right now. My due date for the next shot is this Monday, March 8th. Because of my high blood pressure the only solution my gyn doc is offering is hysterectomy - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2004 Report Share Posted March 3, 2004 Hi Luvi, I'm going to have to agree w/the other women and say goodbye to the Depro. I had a shot back in November and even though I didn't bleedthrough I did have way too many headaches/back and pelvic pains, which resulted in my fibroids increasing in size. My gyn supports my decision and which is definately a lifesaver for me. Also, we think the Depro caused me to lactate which is something I'm still doing since the day after my shot. You need to treat your anemia first and search around to other ob/gyn's for a second opinion Good luck and take care Shaunah > Would you take any more Depo Provera? I'm confused and I don't feel up to par because of the anemia. I don't feel like I can make a sane decision right now. My due date for the next shot is this Monday, March 8th. Because of my high blood pressure the only solution my gyn doc is offering is hysterectomy - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 4, 2004 Report Share Posted March 4, 2004 > Hi Ladies, < I would like your opinions. I've had one shot of Depo Provera meant to controll heavy bleeding due to fibroid in the lining of uterus. Since the shot on Dec. 17 I've bled continuously in different amounts. This resulted in a severe case of anemia. My gyn doc says this happens a lot with the first dose and it should clear up with the 2nd or 3rd dose. My internal med doc says nothing will likely change with the additional doses of the Depo.> You could try: NHS Direct, if in the UK Netdoctor.co.uk Epigee contraception website Q & A section Websearches on Depo-Provera Obgyn.net ? A book on contraception - maybe browsing in the local bookshop/library, for quickness? Ask local pharmacist and see if they have a product information sheet for that particular brand/ variety 2nd opinion _____________________________________________ I'd also ask why there's a difference between the myomectomy and hysterectomy with high blood pressure, if that is true. Is the anaemia being treated? ______________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 4, 2004 Report Share Posted March 4, 2004 >Have you thought about myo?? Yes, I asked my doc about that, she does them but doesn't recommend it useless I was trying to get pregnant right away. She said the fibroids would probably grow back and I would be right back where I started. How big is your fibroid? I have seven, none of them are very big, I think the largest one is 2cm x 3cm. I was told the two causing the problem are in the uterus lining I became very anemic, hemocrit down to > 24! They put me on iron 65mg. 3X a day. They said it could take > around 3 months for me to build up the blood again. I'm in the same boat...the ER doc described my amenia as severe. I don't know what my numbers are but my internal doc prescribed Niferex 150mgs...4 tabs per day. She drew blood 2/9 and didn't call me with the results until 2/18. She phone in the Rx for the iron. And told me to make sure I get it right away. I picked up the prescription the next morning 2/19 on my way to work. I got to work and fainted from the fatigue. I was taken to the ER and the ER doc ran my blood count again. I'm sure it was probably lower than when my internal med doc took it 10 days before. I've been taking the iron for two wks now but I'm still feeling fatigued once I get to work. It's draining even though it's a desk job. I do have to get up and walk around. Thanks for listening. Luvi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 4, 2004 Report Share Posted March 4, 2004 Useless? I bet she doesn't know how to perform a myo. My doctor was bad but did not tell me that fibroids would grow back after being removed. I'd have tell her to go back to school! Once it's gone, it's gone. New fibroids may grow but your chance of growing new ones is as good as any other woman, including your doctor's. If I were you, I'll find another more informed doctor for a second opinion. Jackie Re: Quick Decision >Have you thought about myo?? Yes, I asked my doc about that, she does them but doesn't recommend it useless I was trying to get pregnant right away. She said the fibroids would probably grow back and I would be right back where I started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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