Looking for some help, advice or support from those of you that understand ....

[Princess90]

Looking for some support, advice, words from those of you that understand ...

Princess90Princess90 25 minutes ago 0 Replies

Hi, I'm new to the group so apologies if this seems a silly message.

I am 24 years old and have had the symptoms of endometriosis from the age of 14. Heavy bleeding, severe pelvic pain, back pain, irregular bleeding, the worst being 8 months without a days break, pain during sex, hormone issues, struggles with contraception etc.

At the age of 17 I was referred to the hospital and they found I had a lot of ovarian cysts, at this time it was left as a we'll see how things go and now 7 years later I have finally been referred to a specialist.

I again have some reasonable sized ovarian cysts and adhesions that show my ovary is stuck to the lining of my womb, the doctors now believe I have endo. I am due to have a laparoscopy on 27th July, pre op test on 16th July. I have managed to get private medical insurance and as such have managed to get the appointment much sooner than on the NHS.

I'm unsure what to expect for the surgery, post surgery and what will happen next?

I know there's a possibility this could be severe endo and I may have to have an ovary removed.

I'm only 24, I have no children and haven't considered having a child at the moment. But, now I know I may struggle to do this it has made me very reflective or my life, what I want etc. I'm also finding when I'm on my own I can get very upset and emotional.

I'm not entirely sure what I'm looking for with this post. I guess it's just the opportunity of engaging with someone that might understand or be able to give me a bit more information if they have been in this position or been through the procedure them self.

Thank you xxx

[wobblybee Administrator Pioneer]

Hi

Google 'endometriosisuk' for support and information. xB