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Heavy menstral bleeding
I am having heavy menstral bleeding, I usually go through a box of tampons in one or two days. Can an endometrial ablation be a good solution for me?
Here is what I found in an article
Endometrial ablation destroys a thin layer of the lining of the uterus and stops the menstrual flow in many women. In some women, menstrual bleeding does not stop but is reduced to normal or lighter levels. If ablation does not control heavy bleeding, further treatment or surgery may be required.
Endometrial ablation should not be done in women past menopause. It is not recommended for women with certain medical conditions, including
disorders of the uterus or endometrium (such as an endometrium that is too thin)
endometrial hyperplasia
cancer of the uterus
recent pregnancy
current or recent infection of the uterus
Pregnancy is not likely after ablation, but it can happen. If it does, the risk of miscarriage and other problems are greatly increased. If a woman still wants to become pregnant, she should not have this procedure. Women who have endometrial ablation should use birth control until after menopause. Sterilization may be a good option to prevent pregnancy after ablation.
A woman who has had ablation still has all her reproductive organs. Routine Pap tests and pelvic exams are still needed.
If you dont plan to have kids and you are not in menopause then I would say you should talk about it with your GYNO and get a couple of second opinions.
I have never had this done but maybe someone that has can give you more insight once they come along and see this post :)
Endometrial ablation destroys a thin layer of the lining of the uterus and stops the menstrual flow in many women. In some women, menstrual bleeding does not stop but is reduced to normal or lighter levels. If ablation does not control heavy bleeding, further treatment or surgery may be required.
Endometrial ablation should not be done in women past menopause. It is not recommended for women with certain medical conditions, including
disorders of the uterus or endometrium (such as an endometrium that is too thin)
endometrial hyperplasia
cancer of the uterus
recent pregnancy
current or recent infection of the uterus
Pregnancy is not likely after ablation, but it can happen. If it does, the risk of miscarriage and other problems are greatly increased. If a woman still wants to become pregnant, she should not have this procedure. Women who have endometrial ablation should use birth control until after menopause. Sterilization may be a good option to prevent pregnancy after ablation.
A woman who has had ablation still has all her reproductive organs. Routine Pap tests and pelvic exams are still needed.
If you dont plan to have kids and you are not in menopause then I would say you should talk about it with your GYNO and get a couple of second opinions.
I have never had this done but maybe someone that has can give you more insight once they come along and see this post :)
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