Booked for diagnostic laparoscopy next week and super anxious.

[Greenflame]

Hi all,

I’ve been on the waiting list to have a diagnostic laparoscopy for 2 years now and I am finally booked in for next week. I have been back and forth to the GP for years and only after having children and likening my pain to labour did I feel my GP listened. I have had the Mirena coil for over a year which has really eased my nausea and made my periods lighter but the pain is still constant. I just wasn’t willing to accept that this was as good as it gets. However, the closer I get to my lap the more anxious I feel. I am terrified of being told there is nothing wrong with me as it will take me back to square one after years of asking to be heard and helped. I guess I’m just reaching out to people who may have been in a similar situation so I feel less alone. Much love.

[UpandUp]

I feel you, I have surgery next month and have the exact same fear!

[Endofitall]

You are not alone. I am sure all of us have felt this way. It was my biggest fear. It’s because we’ve been gaslit for so long.

It was the biggest relief and so so emotional when my endo guy came to me on recovery and said “I found it”.

Sending you so much courage and love

[Reethi19]

Hello, there are so many stories on here of this exact fear. We should always ask for help if we’re in pain and everyday pain is not normal. I am also awaiting laparoscopy. Thinking of you and sending lots of love. Let us know or you get on xxx

[Greenflame]

Thank you so much for you replies and supportive words. I wouldn’t wish this on anyone but it is a comfort to know that I am not alone. Good luck with your laporoscopies! Wishing a pain free future for us all and sending lots of love. I’ll update after my surgery. Fingers crossed!