Da Vinci hysterectomy for fibroids – TJ’s Story

Sourced from The Hysterectomy Association: Hysterectomy Association - Hysterectomy Association - hysterectomy, menopause and hormone replacement therapy (hrt) information and support for women. I have had heavy periods for the last 6 years. The last two years the bleeding became heavier and the pain far worse. I went to my GP again 2 years ago after losing so much blood in all one go with huge clots. An ultrasound scan revealed a large fibroid 8 x 5 cm. My GP at that time ordered a CA125 test which was 63. The gynaecologist recommended in 3 mins that I required a total hysterectomy with removal of the right ovary. Due to a large ovarian cyst the previous year found accidentally with ultrasound scan x 10 cm that they were going to remove but it burst. I was horrified. I had not expected to be told as coldly as I was. There was no discussion. No choice. Just a take it or leave it attitude. After much deliberation and background feelings I decided to seek a second opinion. I went to see a consultant in Chelmsford who suggested to try a mirena coil in the hope of controlling the bleeding and pain. He said it may stop my periods all together. An MRI scan confirmed a fibroid of 9cm x 5cm. I had a general anaesthetic to insert the mirena. Unfortunately my symptoms failed to ease. The pain became worse. I bleed for 2 weeks, continued to lose lots of blood. I would then spot and loose strange discharge for another two weeks. The consultant advised I waited to see the outcome at least ...
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