Okay...I think I'm scared...surgery at some point UPDATE POST 18

[Pawsitive Thinking]

I have no personal experience that I can draw on to help you but want you to know that we are all here for you and will be keeping an eye on you

[sparks19]

OOOH surgery is always scary. I cant say that I really know what a Fibroid is but hopefully it is just a simple removal and you will have no other problems from that.

Positive thoughts and prayers.... surgery is scary and recovery can be a challenge sometimes. Good luck and all the best to you.

[Queen of Poop]

I'm sorry, I don't have that sort of personal experience to share. But I did have the breast mass removed last year and recall how terrifying that whole experience was, so I can relate to your emotional ups and downs. You can stop being strong, we will do if for you. If you ever need to vent, talk, cry, scream know that I am here for you. I send you a great big HUG and Sasha sends some delicate doggie kisses.

[emily_the_spoiled]

I had fibroid surgery a couple of years ago and the MD removed 20 fibroids (I was told that the biggest was the size of a baseball). The surgery part of it wasn't "fun" and it took me awhile to fully recover but I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it. Life is so much better after the fibroids were removed! If you have any questions feel free to PM me.

(Remember you are entitled to a second opinion if you want)

[Randi]

I don't know much about these things, but I hope there's no reason to be concerned. If you do need an operation, remember they're used to doing it very day, and they're very skillful. Try not to worry.

Wishing you all the best!

[moosmom]

Catty1,

I started having tumors when I was 18 (I'm now 54). It was routine for me. Believe me, I truly understand your feelings. My doctor told me that there was only one way to find out if it's malignant (99% of the tumors ARE non-cancerous), via biopsy.

After so many years of those suckers, I was given the hysterectomy option. No more monthly periods, PMS, cramps or bloating?????

SIGN ME UP!!!!

I had it when I was 45 and have never regretted it. The first 2 weeks are the worst. But then you notice getting your energy back a little at a time.

I'm here for you. I have free calls to Canada. PM me with your number and we can talk.

(((((HUGS)))))

Donna

[kimlovescats]

(((((((hugs, Candace)))))) No wonder you have been emotional! I'm glad you now know what is going on and your doctor is getting right to taking care of it! My sister had endometriosis really bad and several surgeries ... one was "emergency". Finally she had a hysterectomy and hasn't had any problems since! Please don't hesitate to draw on your friends here for support!

Kim

[mon]

I have no personal experience that I can draw on to help you but want you to know that we are all here for you and will be keeping an eye on you

I second that! Here for you babe, all the way. Just can't help but say, never get a biopsy without anaesthetic. I had one 2 years ago. The " so called specialist, woman gynaecologist " was a sadist. Once I finally got and kept the appt. Dig this, they tell my to put on me gown, I'm up in the stirrups, bitch I've never met who is a "specialist" says.... do you want an Advil, this is going to be painful. How is that going to kick in, I'm already naked from the waist down, what good will that do me. I said, no, I'll be fine. I have a very high pain threshold. I do. Well she cut a chunk out of my ...not sure what. Something way up inside my vagina. I screamed so loud in agony I almost gave myself a heart attack. I was nautious for two days. All my trust in gynaecologists is gone forever. What a rotten human being. I'm not sure I could inflict that kind of pain on a serial killer. Pretty sure that's a big fat,no. It was unbearable and she should have her licence taken away. I remember apologizing as I was leaving for screaming. It was beyond torture. I did not know any better. I simply trusted her. Someone should sue her behind. It was a revolting experience and very sad. One nightmare for the books, that one.

[Catty1]

I second that! Here for you babe, all the way. Just can't help but say, never get a biopsy without anaesthetic. I had one 2 years ago. The " so called specialist, woman gynaecologist " was a sadist. Once I finally got and kept the appt. Dig this, they tell my to put on me gown, I'm up in the stirrups, bitch I've never met who is a "specialist" says.... do you want an Advil, this is going to be painful. How is that going to kick in, I'm already naked from the waist down, what good will that do me. I said, no, I'll be fine. I have a very high pain threshold. I do. Well she cut a chunk out of my ...not sure what. Something way up inside my vagina. I screamed so loud in agony I almost gave myself a heart attack. I was nautious for two days. All my trust in gynaecologists is gone forever. What a rotten human being. I'm not sure I could inflict that kind of pain on a serial killer. Pretty sure that's a big fat,no. It was unbearable and she should have her licence taken away. I remember apologizing as I was leaving for screaming. It was beyond torture. I did not know any better. I simply trusted her. Someone should sue her behind. It was a revolting experience and very sad. One nightmare for the books, that one.

Um...thanks, mon, but I had my hyst back in 2007....