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J-Pouch ForumsWomen's Health & Pregnancy
Hydrosapalinx and Essure
M meghspd
meghspd Thats very encouraging beth156 and Ingrid . Many Congratulations to you Ingrid ...happy parenting its good to know that essure has worked for you guys. did you guys have any side effects ? Are you periods normal or more painful after the procedure ? do you have backaches..? can you feel the coils inside ? Also during pregnancy can the coils hanging in the uterus hurt the baby ? if the area where the coils are located get pressed or pushed does it hurt and can tht cause the coil to move or... [ more ]
Former Member My doctor would not do IVF until i had the essure procedure done because of the same reasons you said, toxic fluid leaking down and preventing implantation of the embryo. I had it done in the office under light sedation, took all of 10 min. I had bilateral hydrosalpinx. I went ahead with my IVF and had successful pregnancy on the 3rd try. Had twins 8/1/11 I also had a MRI recently and they said the Essure were no problem for that, which it wasnt. Good luck to you!!!!! [ more ]
beth156 I had the essure placement about a month ago and so far so good. My MD also was VERY hesitant to do yet another surgery to remove my tubes, so he strongly encouraged this as the best option if I wanted to move forward with IVF. I will go back in December to see if the tubes are fully blocked, then move forward with IVF! I'm waiting until March or April for IVF as I'm a candidate for a New York State grant to help with the costs (health insurance covers $0!!!) and March is when I find out if... [ more ]
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OH NOW WHAT!?
JenniferGJenniferG
tammykathleen Hi Kelsey and Jennifer, The IUD causes more ovarian cysts to occur? Good Lord, I was told the OPPOSITE!! I do not definitely have PCOS, but have trouble with forming cysts on my ovaries. I am so glad I saw this post. I just spent over an hour in the MRI machine yesterday to gauge whether it is time to go in to remove more cysts or whether I can wait it out for a while. I had surgery in 2010 to remove a bunch and I was told to have the IUD, which I did, because it would lower the amount of... [ more ]
KelseyHey2308 Seeing different doctors will get you different opinions. Find one that listens to you and that has given you successful treatment options, present or past. Don't give up! It takes awhile... like everything else! [ more ]
JenniferG thanks for the advice. sometimes Im not sure what to do anymore and every doc I see seems to have a different opinion. [ more ]
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Intimate question
FM Former Member
clz81 Katie, I had the exact same problem except I wouldn't use the word "pain", but it was extreme discomfort that could lead to pain. It was that way for about 2 years for me and then my baby boy was born. Problem solved! Leads me to believe there was some scar tissue or adhesion that broke when he was born (as Sharon suggested). Things are all good now. We had a baby prior my my j-pouch too so I had something to compare against. For you, this is all new so it probably hard to know what is... [ more ]
skn69 Hi Katie, So, it does not sound like 'normal' new sex, discomfort nor like typical jpouch tightness...it could be adhesions/scaring or that something is brewing between the 2 like an abscess...she might want to give you a vaginal ultrasound to see what is going on back there...have you tried the position with you on top? This may be a question of angle or trajectory for now...depening on the way he enters you...you need to find a position where when entering he puts pressure on the front of... [ more ]
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IUD removal, for some relief.. coming up.
KelseyHey2308KelseyHey2308
skn69 Good luck on that then and I hope that it works for you. IUDs can often cause cramping due to the body's desire to expulse them..Sometimes we just reject them for no reason. Please keep us posted on the progress. Sharon [ more ]
KelseyHey2308 Yes I have been taking Progesterone... in a pill called camilla. That's daily, and I think the cyst pain has gone down actually, but the cramping has not. I think I could attribute that to the IUD, we'll see next Tuesday! Yes my periods are the worst, nausea happens the most and the spotting (heavy or light, rarely an actual flow) lasts around ten days. My friend has the same IUD and she doesn't get periods at all, and mine are three times as bad and as long as they once were, I'm really... [ more ]
skn69 Kelsey, You could very well be right that the IUD removal will help you quite a bit if it is causing inflamation in the region...but the polycystic ovary is probably a major cause of pain too (and nausea due to hormone imbalances that it can cause)...in your case (young, single and not yet ready to have kids) they could put you on a run of a few months of progesterone...they use it here for polycystic ovaries...6-18months strait through...stops the periods and allows the cysts to shrink down... [ more ]
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Hoping to catch a break down there
V vstRN
Colleen2001 UGH! I struggled with a Bartholin's cyst for years. As Karbear said, soaking in the bath helps. I used to soak with Epsom's salt every night until it drained. If you do have one, and it doesn't drain on it's own, you will need to go to the GYN and have them do it. You definitely don't want it to cause an abscess. Wish I could offer advice for the fissure, but it's one of the rare maladies that I have not expererienced (thankfully!!) Best of luck! Colleen [ more ]
Karbear I've had both, but not at the same time. If you think you have a Bartholin cyst, you should go see your GYN as soon as possible. Mine abscesses and swelled up to the size of a peach before I went to get it lanced. As for the fissure; sitz baths help a lot (they also will help with the cyst). I have some Nupercainal still and love it for the fissures. They took it off the market for awhile, and I'm not sure if it's back on the market. You may also be able to find something similar to it on... [ more ]
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Can't have kids?
JenniferGJenniferG
rockandroller This is a great post. Thank you! [ more ]
JenniferG that's right. Your fees are waved if you adopt a child from foster care! It's amazing! A US adoption can cost $20,000 and up and there is usually a waiting list... not to mention the push is for open adoption nowadays... I imagine if the child is in foster care, there is less chance of open adoption pressure. Don't get me wrong, open can really be beneficial to the child I just know some people aren't into that. [ more ]
Subzeromambo I adopted two children a little over 35 years ago directly from children's services. There were no costs involved other than legal filing fees. How much does an adoption cost these days? With all the wonderful children who need homes, why are there any fees at all? [ more ]
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pregnant and on flagyl for chronic pouchitis
armywifearmywife
Clicky Hi Armywife, So so excited for you ! I cried the first time that I saw my wee boy on ultrasound and heard his heartbeat! Now I am 21 weeks I can feel him kick (although with my unbelievable noisy and busy gut - its sometimes hard to tell the difference. Each of the ultrasound techs comment on how loud my gut is - poor wee baby!) I am so pleased you have a good regime approved - I was so relieved when I got on top of my drugs and things were planned out! Enjoy - and I hope that you are... [ more ]
armywife Clicky-I am about 9wks along right now over the past few weeks, I've been able to talk with a few mfm doctors who have all expressed to me that the current feeling on flagyl even in the 1st trimester has changed a bit. They basically told me not to worry and to continue to rotate flagyl and clindamycin because flairing would pose a greater risk than the theoretical risks of using flagyl. I am so so so relieved! Aaaand thrilled that we got pregnant "on our own"! Now I'm just ready to hear... [ more ]
LHetti Hooray! Congratulations! I had to hold out on the Flagyl until about 12.5 weeks of pregnancy, then I was on 250 mg 1-2-3x a day off and on for the second and third trimesters. My baby girl is already 4 and healthy and wonderful. My doctors preferred Flagyl to Cipro, which also worked for me at times. I never took any of the others you mentioned. God is able! blessings, Laura [ more ]
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Ways to help Implantation
MsSterlMsSterl
CeeeeCeeee Not the same situation but last December I needed to have a complete hysterectomy and my gyn. surgeon really wanted to do it laprascopically. My colorectal surgeon said it wouldn't work because I had alot of adhesions. Still the gyn surgeon was determined. Up to the minute they put me under I repeatedly told the surgeon I would not be in the least bit disappointed if he had to open me up. Well, he had to for the reasons mentioned above and he did so along the same scar as the original... [ more ]
commandz My doctor talked to the chief of surgery about me and was telling him about my total collectomy and wanting to take my tubes out and he said that we shouldn't do it laprascopically because they would have to go in around the small bowels and since that is all I have and have been doing well they don't want to mess with that. So I don't think that we are going to do anything and try without blocking anything and do IVF. I can see either side on making my decision but I don't want to be cut... [ more ]
beth156 MsSterl-I'm actually getting the Essure placed tomorrow morning... YIKES!! for 95% of people it takes 3 months before you can have IVF. YOu need to wait for enough scar tissue to form to block off the tubes. They verify that you are ready for IVF via an HSG test. If after 3 months, some dye still leaks though, you need to wait another 3 months. My specialist said he has done about 30 essure placements for hydrosapalinx and all of them except for 1 person were good to go after 3 months, and... [ more ]
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2 Week Wait
MsSterlMsSterl
MsSterl So happy for u Sarah - Congrats!!! I am going to keep trying, not giving up yet. [ more ]
MsSterl Hi Speech Path, I am going to try again. I have an appointment on October 4th with a different RE so we shall see. I have been doing a lot of research so I have a lot of questions to ask the new doctor. [ more ]
rockandroller So sorry to read of your negative result. Only you and your partner/spouse can decide if it's something you can go through again. We all understand the sadness of this process, and not everyone is successful. [ more ]
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3 funded IVF attempts failed, unblocking my tubes? Desperate ;(
C Cozivfjpouch
rockandroller I think it would be misguided to assume that blocked tubes are the "only" reason you can't get pregnant. Many women on this board have at least one tube that's totally clear (I have two, matter of fact) and despite years and years of TTC and fertility treatments, can't get PG. Oftentimes the surgery we've had displaces the ovaries a little bit, or covers them with scar tissue, so even if your tubes are ok, the egg can't get into them because of scar tissue around the ovaries. We had to pay... [ more ]
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Pregnancy w Stoma vs. no Stoma
FM Former Member
Gemini-K Thank you for this, its great insight and certainly gives me something to think about. [ more ]
Kate1026 I had a failed j-pouch and I've had my ostomy for over a decade now. I gave birth to my daughter in May and had basically no issues with the stoma throughout the pregnancy and delivery. I actually thought maternity clothes did a GREAT job of hiding the bag. I preferred the "full panel" style maternity pants with the wide, soft, stretchy waistband that covers most of your belly. The full panel did a great job flattening and supporting the bag without being constricting. I also wore dresses a... [ more ]
Gemini-K I am in the exact same situation that you are... I had my Step 3 Takedown Surgery in January, but severe cuffitis developed almost immediately. None of the many different medications were able to cure it, so my only option was to have another temporary ostomy created. Hopefully this diversion will help the cuffitis to cure. I had one child when I was 30, and I would like to have another child soon. Option 1 is to try to get pregnant now, with IVF and have a child (and more children) while... [ more ]
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Failed IVF #1
MsSterlMsSterl
commandz I am going through with PGD right now so I don't give my child FAP. I will tell you it's not cheap but I don't want to have that chance of passing it on and with doing PGD they can test for downs and other chromosone problems before they implant which is nice bc that is something I'm concerned about with my age. I'm sorry to hear that it didn't take. We will be doing the IVF in 2 months and I hope it takes...I don't know if we could afford going through another one since insurance won't pay... [ more ]
JillM Happy to help when I can...this process is hard enough. Good for you for having a plan. Make sure that you look at success rates by age group. A clinic with great results for 30-35 might not have good luck with over 40. Also be sure to check not only pregnancy rates but live birth rates. Also, did you use progesterone? It has shown to help with implantation and early pregnancy. I did suppositories but some of my friends did progesterone in oil which is an IM shot. Clinics have different... [ more ]
MsSterl JillM, thank u so much for your thoughts! U really dont know how much they mean to me right now. I dont really have anyone else that understands that I can talk to so you are very much appreciated! I am not going to give up, I know 42 is getting old but I certainly feel 32 instead, lol After my husband and I doing a lot of research last night and today I think we are close to a new plan. First it doesnt look like we may have picked the right doctor. I know it was dumb on my part but since he... [ more ]
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J Pouch Itching
FM Former Member
court14047 That same thing happened to me shortly after the take down... your doctor can prescribe you a suppository (not sure what the actual medication is called) that will help with this or I found that diaper creme works really well to help with this. Congrats on the little one! [ more ]
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8dp5dt
MsSterlMsSterl
Kate1026 I can't imagine how hard this must be. You are in my prayers. Please keep us updated. [ more ]
JillM It's a heart wrenching process for sure. I'll keep my fingers crossed that things turn around and you get good news. [ more ]
MsSterl Thanks JillM Just so hard cause this is our only and last chance. The doctor told me that due to my age (42)he would only do one IVF cycle. And I really don't know if I could do it again anyway. [ more ]
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Do we go through Menopause earlier?
FM Former Member
skn69 My period always went wacky whenever I had surgery...for some reason I always got it coming out of O.R....yuck! but after may crazy round of surgerys starting in 2005 and lasting til...well...recently, it was scared off for good and I was only 44...granted with all of the surgeries it was a relief Not to have it but I was rather saddened that it left me so young (by the was, I took soja-yam to control the symptoms and it did nicely)...past it now and not complaining too much although a Gyn... [ more ]
Former Member I was diagnosed with UC when I was 15 and after 5 years and 5 surgeries, it was over. After TTC for 9 months unsuccessfully, I had my CD3 fertility work up and was diagnosed with diminished ovarian reserve. I was 33. Now at 35, my fsh is 26 Not good. I am convinced that DOR and POF is an autoimmune response, and autoimmune issues like to come in groups. [ more ]
JulySheWillFly Just to add...I think it is also really significant that the height of my illness, the prednisone dependency, and the time of the surgeries was during puberty. I was around 12-13. I didn't menstruate until after. [ more ]
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Doc doesn't kids..i have one with an ex and now i'm getting married again
ChelleHChelleH
Comber Why does your doctor not recommend having kids? I guess I am not understanding that part? [ more ]
rockandroller Another vote for surrogate. Seriously, it's still your baby. [ more ]
lina Don't rule out the surrogate. You can do a gestational surrogate with your egg, too. What a wonderful gift. I wish I had a sister who would do that for me. This may be a really good option. [ more ]
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J-Pouch ForumsWomen's Health & Pregnancy
getting pregnant
B BrittanyKay
Comber It is definitely possible! I was very worried about not being able to get pregant after surgery. I had suffered with UC for 10 years and been on so many meds then having the 3 surgeries and having a lot of troubles with those I was for sure it would never happen. It took my husband and I a little over a year to get pregnant but we did it on our own and actually had just quit "trying" when it did happen. [ more ]
Joannab70 I was told any abdominal surgery can affect your ability to get pregnant or not. Some women find it easier, some harder to get pregnant after surgery. I got pregnant after trying for 5 months. I discussed the c-section before the birth with my OB-GYN and we decided it was the best decision for me. Everything was working well with my muscles and I didn't want to put any additional strain on them. Turns out my daughter was 9 pounds 6 ounces with a big head! I made a good decision. Best wishes... [ more ]
canlafre My Surgeron suggested to wait six months so I did, but it still took me a good two years to get prego with my second. and then it took a yr and half to get prego with my third daughter. My first daughter was born prior to my surgery. So I think it is possible, just may take time due to scar tissue. Oh and I only have one overy too. So you just might need a little help and prayer but it can happen. My surgeron also suggested to have a c-section so there was no more added stress back there [ more ]
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I'm Pregnant!!!
D Daisy18
Comber yay! Congrats! I am 16 weeks pregnant as well. It took us a little over a year and I was convinced it wouldnt happen but it did I have had a lot of discussion with my high risk ob as far as c-section and vaginal go and it all comes down to what you are comfortable with. We were leaning towards c-section but after doing more research we arent sure. I havent found my pregnancy to be any different than normal pregnancies other than being on a blood thinner due to clots after my first surgery. [ more ]
JillM Congrats! These early days are so precious - enjoy every minute of it! As for advice, sleep every minute you can :-) Lie in bed on Saturday mornings and just watch old movies :-) See every new release movie in the theater, even if you aren't interested in the plot :-) Don't read too many parenting books, blogs, or websites. Try to keep the experience enjoyable and the worry to a minimum. Live in the moment because as long as it may feel now, once the baby comes you won't believe how quickly... [ more ]
Daisy18 Thanks ladies! So far I feel pretty good! No morning sickness, other than every now and then feeling just a little queasy, but that's not very often. I'm just really tired. I also had hives for a few days the week we found out, I think because of the hormones. But other than that I'm doing good so far! I am seeing a high risk OB. My gastro recommended I see one when I told her we were thinking of trying to become pregnant. I really like her and she is at the same hospital I had all my... [ more ]
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Tubal ligation during c-section?
A AZBax
vstRN I've actually watched a couple of these being done when I was in nursing school during my OB rotation. They were very quick and once you are already on the table, not really invasive at all. Good luck to you! [ more ]
JillM Yes during a c section a tubal is very simple. No insurance issue here either. I agree - if you are already opened upon need to put your husband through a procedure. [ more ]
Maximaus I went that route. No problem with insurance or recovery. Did not even notice that they did it. The C section was a breeze! Good luck! [ more ]
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Libido question/ How long before you had sex for the first time post takedown?
FM Former Member
skn69 Sharon [ more ]
Former Member It was probably about 6 wks after take-down. The first time we tried, we used the "Gentle Warming Lube" - it has been always a favorite. OMG, it burned SO bad, I jumped out of bed and into the shower before my husband even knew what was happening. Lesson learned: Butt burn and warming lube do NOT go together. As far as libido, it's still pretty low, but that's probably due to being on birth control, that always kills it for me. I was still nursing when I got UC, so we had barely resumed sex... [ more ]
skn69 Ps...creativity is the mother of success (am I mixing metaphors here?)...try sex in the shower or tub, standing up if you can to relieve the pressure on your abdomen or sitting in a rocking chair with you on top...I had to prepare for sex for quite a while by eating light meals and avoiding certain foods for a few days pre-sex (those horrible gas forming foods and anything that was trouble-causing)...the lighter that you feel the easier it will be. Sharon [ more ]
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Passing gas through vagina
C Cate87
liz11 cate.. with diverting they leave the jpouch inside you and just bypass it with the ileostomy. Sounds like maybe thats what you had before. Permanant one is when the remove the entire jpouch. I'm wondering that even if they did a diverting one before and fistula didn't heal, can they still do it again right now just so you can start living your life and get you a good start with grad school? [ more ]
Cate87 What's the difference between a diverting ileostomy and a regular one I guess? I had a temp one before when I had a rv fistula last year. They tried having the fistula heal on its own and it didn't. [ more ]
liz11 cate.. I'm so sorry to read about your ordeal. You could opt for a diverting ileostomy which would possibly allow for your fistula to heal but more importantly could get you back your quality of life and get you onto a good start with grad school. I was very quickly recovered after my jpouch was disconnected with a diverting ileostomy. I think I was back to work full time in 3 weeks from surgery date. [ more ]
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Takedown #2 on Thurs, now vag is acting up!
C Colleen2001
Cate87 Best of luck on Thursday. I have/had a RV fistula and they are a pain. I hope it's just normal discharge and that everything works out for you. [ more ]
dawn58 Vaginas tend to have normal discharge. Some women have more than others, but every woman I have spoken with (with or without jpouch), have stuff coming out of their vagina. I always make sure it looks different from the mucous that comes out of my tush. [ more ]
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Sanitary pads for swimming?
B bratcat
vanessavy Have you tried the Diva cup? http://www.divacup.com There is also the soft cup http://www.softcup.com/ More comfy than a tampon. Haven't had my period in over 7 years but these 2 are good options maybe for you. [ more ]
kathy smith Can you have the OB/GYN give you something to delay your period? Maybe a temporary patch? kathy [ more ]
JillM Get OB tampons. I find them to be easiest to insert since there isnt an applicator - less bulk to insert and you can feel where things should or can go. [ more ]
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J-Pouch ForumsWomen's Health & Pregnancy
GYN Question
AllyKatAllyKat
liz11 My GYN I had when I had my first 3 jpouch surgeries knew nothing about a jpouch. I had to explain it to him every single visit. But after I got my jpouch disconnected and had a diverting ileo.. he could not comprehend my anatomy at all. And I was having a lot of female problems. So it was then that I decided to find someone who knew about jpouches. After all .. all of those parts are pretty tightly cogmingled in our pelvic areas! [ more ]
Jan Dollar I see my regular GYN, and yes, she does a quick rectal exam. No bigee, no problemo. I am post menopausal too now, but Iwasn't for a decade post op. Jan [ more ]
CeeeeCeeee I'm older, as well.....post menopause. I see a gynocologist who may know something about J-pouches or may not. The only time I bring it up is when I tell her, "No rectal exam." and when she recommended a hysterectomy I reminded her I had a J-pouch and was concerned about adhesions being present and in the way of lapro surgery. She referred me to a gyno surgeon who was extremely experienced and he did a wonderful job on me! [ more ]
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Is J pouch affected by endometriosis?
FM Former Member
Former Member Thanks for the replies. I really don't want a hysterectomy because I am only 39 and I already have osteopenia from all the prednisone usage, so I'm afraid of even more bone loss, especially this young. But I don't want to risk the j pouch by having to have surgery down the road either. I guess I'll see what the gyn doc thinks. [ more ]
Linda2 Hi rfrost1909 When I had my colon removed four years ago they found endometriosis. I had been having severe pain for years and the only thing that helped was being on the birth control pill. When my Surgeon realized I had endometriosis he said he wants me to have a hysterectomy when he goes in to do the jpouch surgery because he does not want to have to go back in again later. Said he has had to do that with other patients and some lost their pouch as a result. I opted to follow my Surgeons... [ more ]
EP I also have endometriosis and am currently on hormone treatment but wasnt diagnosed until after my J pouch was formed. I needed surgery to remove an endometrial cyst, ovary and tube a couple of years after my J pouch was formed and was very concerned I might loose my pouch. However all went well. With regards to my J pouch function being effected by endometriosis its hard to know as I have chronic pouchitis. Seeing a good gynaecologist is probably the key to getting sound advice. Good luck! [ more ]
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period coming out tush
D dawn58
Jan Dollar I really have no idea if things flow both ways or not. I would think that it was possible, unless one end was narrower than the other. Typically, it flows from high pressure to low pressure. Hormone replacement to reduce or stop your periods makes sense. I've never had a fistula, so I don't have any personal experience to share. Jan [ more ]
anotherchance Dawn58, I can't say I've had experience with what you're going through, however, I have total and complete faith in Dr. Remzi and CC. Hang in there and know we're cheering you on. My prayers are with you. Stay STRONG and keep us posted on your progress! [ more ]
dawn58 ok, I get that there is still a connection, but do these connections usually flow only one way? Before I only had mucous from my intestines, and now I have blood from my vagina. Has anyone had both at the same time or with the same tract. I know I don't want either but I would rather have the blood out my tush during my period. Thinking I could go on the pill and stop the blood flow. I also think that the constant mucous is not good for healing. What do you think, or any experiences? [ more ]
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Questions about pregnancy and Jpouch
M mjhdpn
Clicky So sorry to hear about this. I know how frustrating it can be, especially after dealing with infertility. Sending you lots of prayers for a positive outcome. [ more ]
mjhdpn Thank you all so much for your responses. Unfortunately my pregnancy is most likely not viable. At my 6 week scan saw a ges sac, but no fetal pole or yolk sac... same thing at my 7 week scan. I go back on 2 July (9 week point) and if we see nothing docs say it was a blighted ovum.. I am keeping my fingers crossed and praying. Thank you... [ more ]
Former Member I had 2 pregnancies with jpouch. No bed rest & normal vaginal deliveries, not high risk. I too had more bms towards the end due to all the pressure. During months 5-6 I had to eat much smaller meals because the baby was pushing through the belly button area/stoma scar area and I felt nauseous if I ate too much. Good luck! [ more ]
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Chasing the wrong problem for six months, possible PCOS
KelseyHey2308KelseyHey2308
liz11 kelsey- Your doctor can mail you a prescription for controlled substances and then you can hand carry that prescription to your pharmacy to get filled. And certain ones, like vicodin can be called in from the doctor to the pharmacy. Heavier dutier ones like percocet have to have an actual physical prescription. So instead of having to drive, ask your doctor to mail the prescription to your house. Try to get oustide and sit or lie in the sunshine for awhile. It might help you feel a bit better. [ more ]
TE Marie The reason you have to personally pick up the prescription as most states do not allow doctors to call in controlled substances, like Vicodin and such. Once you have that script filled the doctor's office can call in more refills without a hand written script. Can they mail it to you or the pharmacy? Keep following up on this so they will feel your pain! Good Luck! [ more ]
rockandroller I agree - why aren't they putting you on prog to regulate your hormones? So sorry to hear you are dealing with this. [ more ]
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Deep scars and pregnancy
FM Former Member
skn69 Lupeeloo, Just to reassure yourself along the way you can give yourself deep tissue massages with warm oil over the scar sites that will help you to 'feel' your scar better and ease the stretching...you don't need a specialist or doctor for that, just apply warm oil (olive oil is just fine and you can heat it up with a few sprigs of lavander or thym to give it a nice scent) and massage in circles over the scar putting mild pressure with your fingertips as you go...if you feel pain then ease... [ more ]
JillM Here in the US IVF drs only follow patients through six weeks, then you get released to you OB. Not sure if UK is the same. [ more ]
Jan Dollar The good news is that the hormones of pregnancy that loosen your ligaments to allow for uterine growth, and delivery later on, also relaxes the tough scar tissue so it can stretch. The external scars will not be an issue at all, and adhesions will stretch and possibly break, causing some pain, but again, not a problem. Enjoy your pregnancy! A question though. Doesn't the IVF team that facilitated your pregnancy also follow you during the pregnancy? Jan [ more ]
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Pregnant & Constipated
FM Former Member
clz81 Same thing happened to me initially. I was only going once a day! But it didn't last that long. Drink some juice and eat some veggies to get things moving along. You should initially see a high risk OB for them to evaluate you, but like me, you may be told that a normal OB can handle your pregnancy. If you don't have any other complications, a regular OB can manage your pregnancy with you. The high risk OB told me that since I had successfully had a baby vaginally in the past and if the baby... [ more ]
apple Congrats!!! walk walk and walk. Please try to move as much as possible. Also drink lots of water and keep active! Good Luck and have fun being preggo I loved it! [ more ]
rockandroller IMO, all pouchers should be seen by a MFM (maternal-fetal medicine specialist aka high risk obstetritian - not a gyno, you see an OB for pregnancy), because the pouch surgery can cause specific complications or problems that a normal pregnancy would not encounter, such as blockages, tearing of adhesions as the baby grows and breaks up scar tissue (not much you can do about that) and then there's the issue of delivery and whether or not the "works" down there can withstand a vaginal delivery. [ more ]
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2nd Round of Laparoscopy Surgery Today :(
C court14047
CeeeeCeeee I had a complete hysterectomy in December. The surgeon tried to do it laparascopically but couldn't because of adhesions so he opened me up along the same scar line as my previous proctocolectomy. Easy surgery for me. Easy recovery but it took awhile for my appetite to return. Was slightly nauseated for days and figured it was a result of the anesthesia or ???? So, I ate very little of whatever I wanted to eat and I ate fairly frequently. In about two weeks, my appetite returned to normal. [ more ]
skn69 Good luck Court, Clear fluids the first day, full fluids the second and light (very light ) foods for a couple more...blended veggie soups, yoghurt, cream desserts, smoothies, ice cream etc... Avoid the rice/pasta etc until day 5 and you should be just fine. Sharon [ more ]
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j pouch obgyn questions
FM Former Member
court14047 Good Luck!! We are trying right now too First off find your self an OBGYN who you are comfortable with and trust, luckily my doctor has had a few patients with a UC & Crohns past so he has a little idea of what we are going through, however I seem to be the first that has had troubles TTC and of course scar tissue, lots of it. For your appointment have you been keeping track of your cycle and tested if you are ovulating? This is some of the first things they will do along with a couple... [ more ]
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