Hi everybody...

[Tabby27]

Hi - I'm Tabitha, 21 years old, and I'm on the May 2007 board... I just had my second lap done, as well as a D&C on August 9th. I have polycystic ovaries, and adenomyosis. I'm in constant pain, and the only way to relieve it would be a hysterectomy.

I delievered my son May 2nd... he's my miracle baby - I concieved him after my first surgery, June 30, 06. They told me that it was best to TTC within the next 3 years, didn't know it would happen in just under 2 months. After my surgery August 9th, my OB recommended we TTC again in 6 months... I'm not sure I'm ready for that with having a soon to be 4 month old. Just kinda torn at what to do... with the pain, and the chances I may never have another baby... I'm scared out of my mind...

Hope to get to know you all soon!

[Tabby27]

bump...

[SA5263]

Hi Tabitha,
Sorry to hear you have endo. I have had the same thing told to me that I would need to have a hysterectomy to not be in pain however I did get a second opinion and had conflicting reports on a hysterectomy to "cure" endo. I have been TTC for 10 months. I have had 2 laps in the past 15 months so it has been stressful. I would suggest finding a endo specialist if possible and talk about options. I HTH. Good Luck!Sarah

[~KiwiMama~]

:wavehello: Hi Tabitha. I agree with Sarah about getting a second opinion, I read some where (can't remember where :confused: ) that some times having a hysterectomy will not stop the pain (?). :bigarmhug:

[maybethisismymonth]

Have you tried the lupron to supress the endo until you are ready to TTC?

[Cali26]

Hi Tabitha!
I'm sorry to hear about the endo and the adenomyosis. I've only "met" (on this site) a few gals who have adenomyosis. Everyone else I know has never heard of it.

My RE said the only way to alleviate all my symptoms would be to have a hysterectomy. He knows that is not an option as I am only 30 and want a family. Instead he is working with me in developing the most appropriate fertility treatment plan.

IMO, I wouldn't TTC until you are ready. When you're ready, I'd recommend seeking out assistance from a RE - not that you will require fertility treatment, but I've found that my RE has been the most knowledgeable w/ endo/adenomyosis.

GL!

[Tabby27]

I keep reading about RE's... what does that stand for!? haha... I'm new at all this lingo - it took me forever to figure out who the hell DH was :)