CF women and Hysterectomy?!

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Cutecurlz

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<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0"> I am a 37 yr old female w/CF, (diagnosed at the age of 3) and have been thinking about this for almost 2 yrs now. Has any woman/women out there with CF had a hysterectomy, I think that's how you spell it??? If so....what were the side effects, if any and did it better you? The reason why I am asking is I have been on 2 different kinds of Birth Control in the last yr and the one that I am on now (marvelon-21) is really beginning to suck. One month I'll have my period for 1-2 days, then the next month spotting for 5 days and then another month very very very light spotting to the point where it's only there if I wipe after going to the bathroom. But mostly I only have my period for no more than 2 days and I only remember it's there after I go to the bathroom and wipe. And I have to pay for my Birth control cause as we all know it ain't covered. So would it benefit me to this operation or not? I do not plan on having any kids in the future, I feel I am too old now to even try. Any help and or imput will greatly be appreciated.

Thank you
 
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PeteRose

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I had a histerectomy when I was 35. I have had not had any problems from it. I had extremely bad endometriosis so that is the reason I had the surgery in the first place. I say go for it.
 
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wallflower

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I have considered getting my tubes tied, as my antibotics make the pill a 50/50 for me -- basically useless.

Tube tying prevents eggs from entering the uterus. Hyster removes the whole uterus. Did you know that it costs a female on average $5000 for tube tying and men on average $500 for vasectomy? Anyway.

I would say try going off your pill and using other methods for birth control and see if your periods regulate again. Then you at least know it is because of the pill and not something else. Have you talked to your GYNO about your periods? They can be light like you are having due to stress or low weight. Don't let it go though, if you feel like something is wrong or changed from before. I had stopped getting my periods a while back, and my doctors didn't seem real concerned - told me that I should feel lucky. However, after three years and four doctors, it was discovered that my prolaction level was wayyyy off - I in fact had some swelling in my brain that blocked the flow (making the body think it is preg.). A little pill once a week later, and everything is back to normal. I guess it is not an uncommen disorder, and not cf related.
 
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Emily65Roses

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I had one at 18. But it wasn't entirely by choice. No side effects, really. But make sure it's what you want before you do it.
 
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CFHockeyMom

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Cutecurlz,

Are you considering a hysterectomy simply for birth control reasons or others? I don't think any Gyno would do a hysterectomy simply as a means of BC. A tubal ligation is more appropriate. In either case, you should speak with your Gyno about all your options, and as always, get a second opinion before any surgery (ellective or not).
 
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anonymous

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I agree with CFHockeyMom, I don't think any Gyno would give you a hysterectomy based on not wanting to get pregnant. I got my tubes tied when I was 20 or 21. I really wanted it at the time - I was sure I didn't want kids and my doc at the time thought it was a great idea - I was told pregnancy would be really bad for my CF. So I did it. Now, years later I regret it, I've changed my mind and would love to have kids, but my health now is too poor. But since you're definitely old enough now to make this decision - I would go with having your tubes tied...no more birth control! Good luck!

Martha CF, 30
 
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julie

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Just to clairify what cutecurlz seems to be wanting the hysterectomy for is because of the irregular periods, I can't see that she wants it because of pregnancy concerns. Just thought i'd point that out....

Cutecurlz, It is actually NOT true that your insurance won't pay for birth control but it all depends on how your doctor writes the Rx and bills the visit. If it is because of of a hormone irregularity, many many insurance companies have clauses where they WILL cover it. An irregular period is a MEDICAL CONDITION!!!. I would check into that one just one last time, a hysterectomy is a big deal-I'm sure you already realize that though.
 
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anonymous

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The way I read cutecurlz post was that the birth control she was on was causing the irregular periods and the hysterectomy would eliminate the need for birth control, therefore eliminating the irregular periods. Correct me if I'm wrong....

Martha CF, 30
 
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kybert

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i personally dont see much of a problem with you having light periods. everyones period varies. alot of normal people only have spotting for a few days and thats it, while some will bleed heavily for a week! the best thing to do is to find out whether your light periods are abnormal, and if they arent, then you should try the pill for consectutive months so you dont have to worry about your period. i used to take mine for 3 months in a row now i do it for 6 months. 2 periods a year woohoo! if your periods were more normal on your previous bc pill, then switch back to that too. there is no reason for you to have a hysterectomy, you havent used up all your options yet.
 
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anonymous

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If the irregular periods are a result of a hormone imbalance that is to extreme for birth control to regulate then a hysterectomy won't fix it. You need to get your hormone levels checked. My health insurance covers 50% of my birth control, and when I was on the pill they covered so much that it only cost me $5 per month. Call your insurance company and find out just what is covered (maybe they will cover a generic).
 
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SeasonsOfLove

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Birth control pills are usually covered when they are prescribed for medical reasons (& I think also for regular birth control reasons but I'm not sure). My gyno prescribed birth control bills for me due to problems with related to a uterine fibroid (the other option was hysterectomy which I was not interested in).

Good luck,
 
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SeasonsOfLove

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Birth control pills are usually covered when they are prescribed for medical reasons (& I think also for regular birth control reasons but I'm not sure). My gyno prescribed birth control bills for me due to problems I was having related to a uterine fibroid (the other option was hysterectomy which I was not interested in).

Good luck,
 
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