Why is it things never work out the way you planned?
Yep you guessed it, I still have 2 cyst on my ovary. They are smaller but not by much, which my doctor said is a good thing because that tells us that it's not cancer! CANCER? Excuse me no one told me CANCER? Apparently if you have PCOS you are at a high risk for ovarian cancer! Geez! So my options...
*Lupron-A shot that basically puts your body into menopause to make you stop ovulation, which intern stops the build of endometriosis & from cyst forming! I did this 8 yrs ago, it was one of the first things I tried, & it didn't work for me. The cyst I had ended up doubling in size & I had to have the ovary removed because the blood supply was cut off to it due to the cyst wrapping around it. So I am thinking that's not the best option for me.
*Drain the cyst & possibly do a endometrial oblation along with tying my tubes. That is the more conservative surgical option because it means I keep the ovary. However the ablation will not affect having cyst again. So basically I could be right back in there in 2 months or so with more cyst.
*Total Hysterectomy-Which would then mean hormone replacement therapy along with who knows what other side effects. This is the option my doc is recommending, due to the fact that I spend a good majority of the month in bed popping pain pills.
Basically I am headed for a hysterectomy no matter what I do, it's either now or later! I just don't know what to do. The GD says it's totally my decision, my Mom doesn't want me to have the hysterectomy, my bff says get it over with because I am in so much pain. I just don't know what the right decision is. Trust me when I am in the throws of this, I say take it all, but is that the right choice. Is there a right choice? AHHHHHHHHHH! Why can't the answer just be written out in stars in the night sky or something?
*HUGZ*
ReplyDeleteGo back and read your January entries on the decision you made and you'll see you've already made up your mind on this, even as far back as then. ;) You put it all in His hands then and trusted His Judgement on the issue at that point. Surely He does not want one of His daughters suffering like this especially since He's already Blessed her twice as much as was expected?
I had to have a hysterectomy at the age of 33. For me, I was already at the level of serious endometrial pain. I had already had two surgical procedures to burn away the endo, which some of it was not easy to get to so they could not get it all out. Than the scary part of waiting to see if I had cancer. Thank You Jesus I did not just major scarring. Also, I was told medically after my second son NO more children. I had to deal with the Antigen E issue with my second child, gallbladder issues, and the basic preganancy. Honestly, your choice of what to do is so hard. For me, the choice was a good thing and I didn't realize it until now since my aunt was diagnosed with endometrial cancer. The best part is no cycle so the endo can't feed out. As far as, taking estrogen replacement meds that is not too bad. Honestly, I forget to take them sometimes. The hot flashes at the beginning were not fun but those are so much better. Just here and there. When I get them I just tell myself "no more annoying cycles". I will keep you in my prayers and God will give you the RIGHT answer!! Everyone is different on what works best.
ReplyDeleteOh Blah. I can imagine that you find your answer soon.
ReplyDeletep.s. did you get my email? lol
No prob. Sometimes one just need a reminder as to whom is really in control.
ReplyDeletePS...the I Need to Be blog is the main blog, but I have all of them set so no matter what blog you comment on, it'll get to me.
I had to make the same decision! I chose hysterectomy--except I got to 1 ovary. I had a couple of other options, but I was just sooooo very tired of all the pain, yuck, emotions, etc, etc, that I chose the hysterectomy. Best decision I ever made -- for ME. Just pray about it. He will lead you to the right decision!
ReplyDeleteI will be praying for you! No matter what I think you will be wondering what if. I will pray for clarity!
ReplyDeleteLove ya!
oh goodness.... I'm sorry to hear that.. I'm following someone else who is scheduled for a hysterocomy next week... all because of issues similar to yours... praying for your decision.
ReplyDeleteI'll be praying for you to make the right decision and that you will find comfort in that decision. The previous commenters made very good points. Sending you love and hugs!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry you are having to deal with all this! I was diagnosed with PCOS when I was trying to get pregnant almost 12 years ago - thankfully I've not had any issues. The first option you described - although my daughter didn't have any problems prior, had to have her ovary removed for the exact same reason - "because the blood supply was cut off to it due to the cyst wrapping around it" - the thing was, she was only 3 at the time. Hope you are able to make a decision that will give you peace!
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