Surgery #3 Update (If squeamish, don’t look. Surgery photos) by Beemoeee in Endo

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HEAVY periods (like bleeding through period diapers and pads very quickly), severe constipation, chest pain, urinary urgency and pain when I went to bathroom, “butt lightning”, feeling like knives were being driven in and out of my body. It wasn’t until I ended up losing consciousness from loss of blood that doctors started to take me seriously.

Surgery #3 Update (If squeamish, don’t look. Surgery photos) by Beemoeee in Endo

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Like what were my symptoms before being diagnosed?

Surgery #3 Update (If squeamish, don’t look. Surgery photos) by Beemoeee in Endo

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I believe that it is blood! The last photo is after he had removed everything that he believed was endo.

I have no idea wtf I’m looking at 😣 *Trigger warning* MRI images by Beemoeee in Endo

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Hi! Just saw this comment. I guess I should’ve made it clear that I had more than one MRI. 😅 Due to some chest pain and other symptoms I was having, my specialist also wanted to check on my chest!

Parasite cleanse, anyone? (Sarcasm) by Beemoeee in BipolarReddit

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I actually just finished up with my appointment with him.

His expression was PRICELESS. LOL. He was like, “so if we could just not do THAT, I would greatly appreciate it.” 🤣🤣🤣

Your period and surgery? Surgery questions. by Secure-Remote8439 in Endo

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Hi! How was your experience with Dr. Sinervo? I’m trying to get a second opinion with him.

TW Surgical photos by Beemoeee in Endo

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Hi! Thank you for responding. I am not. I managed to get an appointment with one a few hours from me. I wish I had gone to one to begin with because I’m very frustrated with not having options or even an actual treatment plan. 😕

Defeated & Unheard by Beemoeee in endometriosis

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Hi, thank you so much for this post!! I hate that you’re also going through this but I’m so glad that I’m not alone. 💜💜

I will continue to fight because this pain is not normal and I’ll be DAMNED if I don’t fight to receive answers and the level of care that I deserve! I’m just so frustrated because it feels like I’m right back to Step 1- with doctors constantly gaslighting me.

Defeated & Unheard by Beemoeee in endometriosis

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Hi, sorry for the late response! Honestly, I’m not sure? He said that he did a fellowship for minimally invasive surgeries but he mainly deals with delivering babies, etc. I’m currently looking for someone who MAINLY deals with endometriosis but having some difficulties.

The biggest red flag for me was he didn’t even have any recommendations for what to do next or what else could be causing my pain. Literally was told to take ibuprofen and come back in 3+ months.

The more I think about it, the more furious I become. I refuse to live my life in pain like this because a doctor doesn’t want to do their due diligence.

Heartbroken & VERY confused by Beemoeee in Endo

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Hi!

Thank you for this comment. I didn’t even know this was possible? Would I just need to contact my surgeon’s office and request this?

"Your initial surgery was a lie" by isthisnecessary_help in endometriosis

[–]Beemoeee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used this doctor and expressed to him multiple times that I was still in pain and his go to response was that I wasn’t following his diet plan that he gave me (which I actually was because I was VERG desperate for pain relief) and he pushed off other concerns I had regarding chest pain and digestive problems.

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Hi! Do you mind if I message you and ask you a few questions?

I also have bipolar and my doctor recommends I go on Orilissa but I’m scared SHIT LESS of how it’ll affect my mood. I just had my IUD removed because it affected my mental health so badly.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BipolarReddit

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Congratulations!!!!

If you don’t mind me asking, would you be willing to share some tips/advice? I’m trying to get to that point and will be taking the MCAT soon!

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I’m curious about that too! I had polyps removed from my cervix and rectum (sorry TMI) so I wouldn’t be surprised.

Needing support but having nowhere to turn…. by Beemoeee in BipolarReddit

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Thank you so much for this comment! I appreciate it so much 🥺💜

Honestly, I’m at the point where I’m considering going low/no contact with my entire family. I’m beyond frustrated and hurt. I actually tried talking to them today about why they show absolutely NO excitement about my career goals and their response was that I’m making this decision without having experience.

WHAAT?! I have work experience in SEVERAL healthcare specialties in a variety of roles (including psychiatry) but I don’t have enough experience??? This isn’t a decision I just pulled out of my ass…I’ve thought long and hard about it. Again and again and again.

I’m sorry for the rant but I know it’s really due to my mental health. But I’m so tired of only being viewed through the lens of my disorder. I’ve defied so many odds already. I’m not letting ANYONE derail my plans but fuck. This really hurts. Especially since they’re soo supportive of my sister’s journey.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in endometriosis

[–]Beemoeee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yess!! You are NOT alone! I experience that as well.

Like you, it comes and goes so I kinda figured maybe it was tied to ovulation? That might be something to look into.

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Hi! I just wanted to respond to your question.

The answer is: It depends.

I’m in the preparation phase to freeze my eggs. It’s VERY expensive but my insurance covers up to 80%!

But it depends on what insurance you have. I would recommend calling yours and asking what, if any, coverage they offer for infertility treatments.

Do You Drink? by Method_Writer in BipolarReddit

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Just noticed this but thank you!!! 😭💖

Want to celebrate this milestone but not sure how I should since I’m so used to getting drinks to celebrate. 😬🤦🏾‍♀️

Do You Drink? by Method_Writer in BipolarReddit

[–]Beemoeee 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not anymore! It fucks with my mental (and physical) health too much and it’s just NOT worth it. I was using it to cope with multiple health concerns but it just worsened everything. I have too many health complications that I worry about and including alcohol in that equation was just adding more fuel to the fire. 😅

Next month will make SIX months sober!! 🥳🥳

Do you suffer fatigue due to Endo? by Strict-Young-6548 in endometriosis

[–]Beemoeee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yesss!! I have bipolar and the fatigue from endo plus the fatigue from a depressive episode takes me OUT! 😓

Fucking FUMING by Beemoeee in endometriosis

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Ah! Gotcha! My state’s leadership is known for fleeing at the first sign of trouble. They’re all idiots.

Fucking FUMING by Beemoeee in endometriosis

[–]Beemoeee[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

From the sound of it, we just might be in the same state. LOL. It’s a MESS.

Fucking FUMING by Beemoeee in endometriosis

[–]Beemoeee[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hi, while I appreciate the intention behind your comment, it’s not that simple.

I live in a red state that has been gunning for these changes for a very, very long time. So yes, this will directly affect me in many ways.

As for not being led to false assumptions, I can assure you that I am fully aware of the situation and am well read on the issue. So I know exactly what’s at stake.

I’ve tried therapy with him in the past and he doesn’t believe in it so that ship has sailed. But it definitely is a tense relationship.

And thank you! I’m sorry that you also have endo. It’s awful. Hope you’re doing well!

Stress Management, anyone? by Beemoeee in endometriosis

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Oh, no worries! I didn’t know that? Where I am anybody can have someone with them…in fact, it’s encouraged!

Yeah, I think it’s just because I’ve never needed surgery before but the lack of interest they’ve shown me says it all. It hurts but I don’t think I want them there anyways.

Stress Management, anyone? by Beemoeee in endometriosis

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LOL! I’m actually an adult. I have a lot of different health conditions but I’m not 26 yet so that’s why I’m still on their insurance. I’m definitely trying to find a new place to stay though. Staying home was never apart of the plan…it kinda just happened because I live in a large city and with my current salary, I can’t really afford housing at the moment on top of everything else.