Brian and I met with the Interventional Radiologist yesterday to go over my pre-surgical MRIs I had done last week and to discuss whether or not I’d be a good candidate for the uterine embolization. Well, I’m not. The doctor said that because of the small size of the fibroid (1/3″), he doesn’t believe it’s causing the emotional or the physical symptoms I’m experiencing, so now I’m back to square one. He conjectured that the emotional stuff are signs of a classical depression — tired all the time, increased appetite, and son on; but couldn’t explain the periods every two weeks, constant bloaty feeling, the length of my periods, etc.
I already have my regular appointment with the pdoc scheduled for Monday, and now I’ll be seeing the PCP in a couple of weeks to figure out what to do next. In a way I’m disappointed about this outcome because I thought it would make these awful emotional and physical feelings go away. I’m still somewhat bedridden and definitely housebound. On the other hand, I’m relieved about not having to have more surgery/medical procedures done.
Maybe I’m wrong, but if the fibroid isn’t feeding the depression, then the ECT isn’t working. These last two sessions have been six weeks apart, so maybe I’ll have to have them every four weeks again. I just don’t know. All I know is that I’m sick of feeling the way I do.
Did you start taking any new medications before the period problem began? Just asking cuz I’ve noticed problems with mine (heavier, lasting longer and coming more frequently) since starting the MAOI I’m on. The problems got worse the higher the dose went. Haven’t found any info online that this could possibly be a side effect, but I’m almost positive it’s the cause cuz when I stopped taking it for awhile, my periods went back to normal.
Just wanted to offer up something to think about. Whatever the cause, I hope you get things figured out soon.
Awww Hon, I am sorry about all that. I hope you find out what could help you soon. It’s about time you felt better. Big Hug!
there’s a bright side to all this… you aren’t me. *hack, cough, wheeze, vomit, repeat*
big big love from me, the kids, and the children…
Sid, that’s a great point, but unfortunately, I hadn’t started any new meds.
I hope I figure out what’s going on soon, too!
DB, I hops so, too! Thanks for the hugs and for standing by me through this really tough time.
mamazilla, on the other hand, a few days of Tylenol Cold would clear that right up! Not sure about the vomiting part, though, but if it makes you feel any better, I threw up the other night. Not from a cold — we got a huge Popcorn Palace tin from my aunt the other day and well, I scarfed down too much cheddar cheese popcorn too quickly.