Sep. 29th, 2008

Well, that's something

I've finally beginning to make progress on the endometriosis issue. I was going a little crazy being passed from one doctor to another, but I've finally found a doctor to do laparoscopic surgery, which would both confirm that have the disease and let them remove the endometriosis itself. Now, removing the endometriosis doesn't solve the problem. The stupid shit grows back. So, after surgery I'd be treated with Lupron, which would reduce my estrogen and stop the endometriosis from growing. The major downside is that for about a week or so I'd go through menopause, which would be pretty damn unpleasant, especially at 21. But it's my best option.

I set the tentative surgery date today (early January), and had an ultrasound. Said ultrasound...

Cut for medical/female body parts TMI )

But, besides that (Other than that, Mrs. Lincoln, how was the play?), I'm feeling positive about the experience. I'm so glad to be finally doing something about this horrible problem that I've had for years.