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Hi can someone give advice on prostrap injections

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Safa2 · 17/07/2024 21:14

Hi there my lovely ladies.. can someone give some advice

i am 31 and I am been put forward for hysterectomy but I’m keeping my ovaries … I want it because I have deep endometriosis and adenomyosis and possible endo on my bowels…
the specialist said to me to go on these injections called prostrap once every 3 months… has anyone had these and what are the side effects ? Will I feel worse anxiety and mood wise.. any advice would be appreciated

thanks so much xxx ♥️

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Autumncalls · 21/08/2024 20:14

No but I have the same as you and would love some advice. did you take it OP?

Hope you’re ok x

Safa2 · 23/08/2024 09:25

Autumncalls · 21/08/2024 20:14

No but I have the same as you and would love some advice. did you take it OP?

Hope you’re ok x

Hi hun hope your well .. what have you been diagnosed with? I have endo and adeno… also what’s ur symptoms?

yes I took it last month the first 2 weeks Wer HELL as my pain got worse than ever.. but now it’s a lot less I feel normal .. only issue is I’m spotting since then ! I have HRT gel aswell to protect my bones n keep my mood stable … I’m still new to it but so far so good

are you currently waiting for surgery?
❤️

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Autumncalls · 23/08/2024 12:08

Hey thanks for the reply.

yes I also have endo, well rectoendo and adeo. 5cm nodule attached to my womb and bowel. But it’s in an inoperable position as it’s grown into my sphincter and if that’s touched will cause permanent damage and need a stoma so been referred to a specialist down south as she is willing to do total hysterectomy and partial removal of the nodule.

But being completely honest, I’m just so scared of how I’ll be taking away my natural hormones, and what effects this could have on me long term. Gyne is telling me to take the prostrap with tibolone to ease symptoms, but I’m just so scared of that to. I’ve suffered from poor mental health in the past, I’m doing good now, but the thought of anything ricking me again is what’s stopping me from taking it. To go into the full menopause at 37 (I know this happens earlier to others in all forms) just not sure if there is anything else I can do. Or am just delaying the inevitable.

symptoms are permanent deep pelvic and lower back pain. And then on average I have 3/4 weeks what feels like the early stages of labour pains added in. Irritated, can sit still as pain is worse, can walk to far. Severe bloating. Can’t poop properly. Hurts after I wee. Brain fog. Low iron, no b12 (been given jabs and supplements). Lethargic etc.

I have changed my diet, took out all gluten and diary as advised by someone. This has helped a little.

my next consultation is in October with the referred specialist. Thought I’d get the marina coil in the mean time but still not sure how much that will help.

Hope you’re doing ok. Are you going for any surgery? Xx

Safa2 · 23/08/2024 22:49

@Autumncalls I really feel for u :( they think I have it on my bowels aswell as I bleed out my bottom when I’m on my periods… I have the mirina coil and since feb I have been bleeding 3 weeks out of 4.. I had the first prostap last month with add back HRT gel it was bad at first but has really helped with the pain now.. the spotting is still going I am sick and tired of it..

I heard the prostap works differently on different people so it is worth a shot I was realllllly scared before I had it I done so much research and then I thought fok it let’s have a 4 week test and trial which I am on now… the bleeding is a lot less and pain wise from a 10/10 I’m down to a 3 …. I would give it a go if I was you and see how u get on.. I’m 32 I did put myself forward for a hysterectomy but keep my ovaries then I changed my mind and just wanted the endo removed then maybe when I’m a little older if it comes back I would have hysterectomy.. my family is complete and I’m not fussed now I jus want to live a pain free normal life like normal people … do what’s best for you we only live once .. you can private messsge me if u like I’m here for advice coz a couple months ago I was like u and it’s not a nice place to be love♥️

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