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Endo scratch irrational fear

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I'm due to have my endo scratch on Thursday and I feel absolutely terrified! I know it's irrational I had it last cycle but opted for sedation. Is it quick? I'm so worried ill make a show if myself πŸ˜”

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E_05

I think that's totally understandable, I was the same with my 2. I thought it went quick especially the 2nd time, a little uncomfortable like a smear but not painful x

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Oliverl in reply to E_05

Thank you I know I'm being silly I hate anything medical I think it's the being vulnerable in front of people I don't like. Thanks for your reply x

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E_05 in reply to Oliverl

I'm exactly the same - no matter how long Ive been having treatment for and try to tell myself I've been through it all before I can't stop myself becoming irrational on the build up to apts. Good luck, hope it goes okay x

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KittyK

The appointment lasted 10mins. The actual scratching itself about 20 seconds. It's like an intense period pain and after I was a bit tender but not in pain. Hope that helps :) good luck with your cycle xxx

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Oliverl

Thank you we go through so much us women hey!! Xx

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Tugsgirl

My first one was a breeze, very quick and just a bit uncomfortable. My next one was more difficult (last week) but you can do this! πŸ’ͺ🏻 xx

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Oliverl in reply to Tugsgirl

Thank you xx

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Cinderella5

I've done it three times altogether and I don't find any pleasant but it's over quickly and surely can't be that bad if I went back twice more after number one!! Remember to take some strong painkillers around an hour beforehand. I guess you could always maybe get a diazepam from your GP if you need something a bit stronger?! However I'm sure you'll be fine! You got this!!xx

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Oliverl

Thanks ladies you have given me some reassurance you wonderful lot xx

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