Three Weeks Without PT, and Update
Posted on Mon October 26, 2009 in Endometriosis
Tags: menopause birth control
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When I got back from my Asia trip (which was preceded by a quick family trip to
Michigan) it had been three weeks since I'd had PT. And if I needed any more
proof that it was helping, I sure got it. I could really feel that I hadn't had
any in weeks. And you know what? I walked into therapy in pain, and walked out
with 90% of that pain gone.
So, back on the pain front, I've felt a
little lately. I'm also at the end of my Lupron again. Coincidence? I called
Dr. Nath to tell her about the success with PT and to ask when I needed to start
birth control again. (How many menopausal women have to worry about that?)
I started oral birth control again yesterday, and we'll see what
happens now. A few friends have joked that maybe I'll go through puberty now
that menopause is ending. I sure hope not; from what I remember, puberty wasn't
much fun.
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About Me: I spent five months in daily pain before finally being diagnosed with endometriosis. I understand the frustration of chasing a diagnosis, and the hopelessness that comes with daily pain. I'm still fighting the endo, as it has no cure (YET!) and I'm trying to share information as I get through treatment.
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Interests: Reading, writing, wine-tasting, spending time with my husband, dog, and friends.
Medical Conditions: Endometriosis, depression, severe food allergies, migraines
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Carrie says:
on October 26, 2009 at 03:39 PM
Sandra
when you go back on the birth control, is it going to do the same thing that the lupron did? stop the periods? I made the mistake of not stopping my periods and now I think my endo is back. How would this work if you decide to have children one day? thank you for all the info and I am glad the PT is helping!
sandra says:
on October 26, 2009 at 03:42 PM
Hi Carrie,
It won't stop my periods. My doc is hoping that the pill moderates the periods, though, so that the endo doesn't grow back. But I'm well aware that it could. If I wanted to have babies, I would just stop the pill and see if I'm fertile. (But we don't think we want any, actually.)
I think we are sort of entering the non-menopause with a wait and see attitude. We'll go back on the pill and see what my body does. (Fingers crossed!)
Carrie says:
on October 26, 2009 at 03:43 PM
Please keep me posted Sandra. I am going to ask my doctor about PT as well. Your journals have been very helpful, please do write more about your trip to asia!
Talesa says:
on October 27, 2009 at 08:43 AM
That's great to know that PT is significantly effective for you. It's also good hear that you no longer have to wonder if PT was helping you. Thanks to your post, I think I have found a refreshed appreciation for PT in general!
I agree with Carrie, I'd love to hear more about your trip to Asia too. What countries did you visit?
sandra says:
on October 27, 2009 at 09:11 AM
I went to Sydney and Singapore, both on a business trip. I had a few extra days in Sydney, and my husband went there with me, so we were able to get out of Sydney and visit some friends. We spent a little time on the coast near Newcastle and also did wine-tasting in Hunter Valley. It was lovely!!
In Singapore, I only had a few days. But I'd visited there before, so that was ok. I was able to see some friends for dinner there. I'm lucky to get to do a lot of international travel for my job. In two weeks, I'm headed to England!
BikersPurpleRose says:
on October 28, 2009 at 02:28 AM
Sandra, I am so glad to read your PT is working out and love the fact that you have choices in this for your endo. I also love Sydney, Australia Maybe you could post a pic or two? To your better health :-) and prayers ...