RACHELLE32

I am 34 yrs old and have had 3 kids. I thought pds were supposed to get lighter and easier after having kids. Mine have definitely done the opposite. I have cramps so bad like I did as a teenager. I also bleed so heavily. My pap exam is this week. Does anyone know of any procedures or anything I can talk to my doc about? I am sure it is a little premature to have a hysterectomy. But I am tired of soaking a pad per hour and having cramps that cause pain from my waist to my toes. Any insight, advice or info is GREATLY appreciated.
Thank you cysters

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Kara -34
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Manda_Mia_

I totally know how you feel, My periods are horrible, I cry from the pain sometimes, I went to my doc and toldhim about it and he just put me on some pain meds, which work a little........But other than that, that is all I know friend.

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Eva37

oh, i sooo know what you mean . thats why i decided to get a mirena iud fitted, which for me has been great. My periods are so much lighter now, and less painful. all the best for your dr visit.
eva

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tina_d

You're not too young for a hyst if there is a medical reason for it. I'm around your age, and last year in August, AF just went nuts on me. TMI, but heavy bleeding, clots, and the worst cramps I had ever experienced. Turned out to be a uterine fibroid. I had the hyst about 8 months later after trying BCP and different meds, but my uterus revolted. I also had a run in with an inconsiderate ER dr who just let things get worse before I could get into my gyn.

There are other reasons besides fibroids for heavier bleeding and cramping, it could just be hormonal. If your dr doesn't suggest a transvaginal US, I would request one to rule out fibroids, polyps, adenomyosis, etc. If nothing is detected with a US, then a lap should be the next test to r/o endometriosis.

And you should know that if something is found, a hyst may not be your only option.

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