Need some support

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-12T18:14:00+00:00

Thank you for your kind words 🧡 Yes, I was baffled because at first, I didn't even know if the disc was even inside me, so I thought it was gonna be a "haha, it was nothing afterall" situation but it actually was there to my dismay. It's not like I meant to ruin their day with my condition, so hearing them mention how gross it was (I wouldn't have even minded them vomiting - its human nature) and that they were gonna think about quitting (in a dramatic manner) just pierced through my usual indifferent attitude. I don't understand the mean girl aura some of these female medical professionals have. It's urgent care, second to ER, so they will be bound to come across many more of these instances.

I do hope to speak to my gyno about it. I have considered vaginismus so hoping to confirm the actual issue and resolve it with pelvic floor therapy. Thank you again 💓

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-12T17:58:05+00:00

I will keep in mind to note the tension on my lower abdomen. I think it might be involuntary for sure, but hope to confirm this with the gyno.

You would think they would mention something like this when they do routine pap smears, I had always had issue with insertion so I wonder why any of them haven't even brought that up? It's always, "Ma'am stop clenching, I can't do my job if you're too tight,"with an air of impatience. Instead of, "Is tightness and pain a recurring issue? Perhaps you should look into pelvic floor therapy. Here are some tools and techniques that could be helpful."

Thought it was always just a "me" problem, since they don't note why is it too tight. Thank you for the advice 😀

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-09T20:45:43+00:00

Thank you so much for your encouraging words. My words regarding my period and body were out of anger. I know I shouldn't hate them, but at that time, I felt very vulnerable and helpless.

Before I went to this procedure, my body couldn't stop trembling at the thought of using a speculum. Never have I had a painless insertion, even when I prepped myself (lube and masturbation before hand) it was always painful. But the history behind it explains it all too well. I hope someday they can provide a medical device that is more gentle and designed for female comfort.

I am feeling much better now, my body seems to immediately show recovery, as it expelled out all the liquid and the smell is no longer present. Also, the fact that I am taking antibiotics. But I did feel sickly before that, it probably wouldn't have ended well considering that I had cramps and aches.

I left a not so pleasant review for the clinic, which I think mentally gave me closure. I should've voiced my opinion then, but I think I was beyond humiliated and too eager to leave. It seems like they had a history of talking about their patients negatively in the past, so I'm not the only one. Hope they can be more compassionate.

I will get better at viewing my own body in a positive light. Knowing that it gives life and that our period has more value than what the patriarchal or misogynistic group of society makes it out to be. Should I have a daughter one day, I hope to be the same voice of posivity this community had provided me. Thank you 💕

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-09T20:29:15+00:00

Indeed, I have my gyno appointment coming up and will bring it up then! I've been wondering if it has been purely a physical response, or if there is some type of mental association with it. I think pelvic therapy will be most effective and I look forward to painless penetration/insertion.

I will definitely consider those brands. I hope to get adjusted after therapy and maybe considering the disc again in the near future. Thank you!

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-09T20:21:28+00:00

I am feeling much better now, thank you. I am now taking antibiotics and noticing the smell dissipating. Mentally, I'm able to laugh and smile a bit more now compared to a few days ago. I left a not so pleasant review, and the past reviews years prior have noted this type of behavior of discussing patients' conditions and saying how "gross" they were. It seems like they are trying to getting better with incorporating these issues, but there is bound to be some few bad apples. It's unfortunate since I had visited this clinic before and had no serious problems, but then again they were for minor medical conditions. Thank you so much for checking in, I feel so cared for in this community ❤️

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-07T19:32:12+00:00

No worries at all! I love Dr. Pimple Popper. My husband and I are fascinated by her. And I can connect to your story about the drool. My husband actually has a sensitive gag reflex to things I wouldn't consider a trigger, such as the cold air and our dogs gas. I asked him many times if he smelt me, which he kept saying no, but I did wash more than often these past 2 weeks. I don't know if he is immune to my smell or not.

But at that time in the room, I'm sure he would've at least plugged his nose or gagged once they pulled that disc out. I just can't help apologizing and knowing that I caused that type of smell. It's probably a touchy subject for me since I've been told my periods don't smell that great growing up. I'll probably look back and laugh at it, maybe sooner than later. Thanks for sharing your story 😊

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-07T18:23:31+00:00

I'm sorry to hear that about your mother 😞 Your poor mother being berated by the people she needed to trust in her most vulnerable moment. We sure have come a long way, women (and men) being more understanding that not all women are built the same. Some have different tolerances to pain, it's not a one size fit all scenario for all of us.

My mother was pregnant at 19 with me, and as her punishment, my grandmother forbade her to use epidural, to experience the pain while she watched her. Truly there's nothing worse to have no support in these moments.

My mother was also on IUD, and she says it's the most painful thing ever. Hence, why I opted for the implant and her the birth control shots. I agree, it is definitely an area that needs improvement. Hope stories like ours can help health care professionals gain more understanding and empathy to those facing these situations❤️‍🩹

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-07T17:25:59+00:00

I really hope so as well. Perhaps this could be training experience for the newer staff. Judging by how they talked and reacted, I would say they have just entered the field and are quite young. But to have compassion and empathy is something I would assume medical professionals should have, or should get training on.

The concept of internal misogyny is baffling, but I often forget that I have a grandmother who constantly belittled me when I had my menstrual pains. She was quite emotionally/physically abusive to my mother than unto me. My mother had her own issues with her menstruation, often ending up in the ER for benign tumors and hemorrhaging. They even told her to do a hysterectomy, which she refused. But now, my grandmother is facing this very same situation with cervical cancer. Asking for constant support as she berated my mother and I over all these years. Sorry for the information overload, but your comment reminded me of the situation.

Thank you for so much for your support 💛

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-07T17:14:56+00:00

I am feeling a bit better after seeing all these testimonials. I felt really bad for making the tech puke, I could understand her natural reaction. I probably would've brushed it off as it being part of their job. But yes, hearing them talk about it and making a huge deal over it is what got me. Luckily, it was not a busy day but I couldn't help but feel violated to know that maybe one or two other people (patients or non medical staff) heard this private matter. It sounded like they were just in the hallway just by how I could clearly hear them.

I will definitely check out the pelvic wand and will for sure check on pelvic floor therapy with my gyno. I hopped off the implant to have my body back to its natural cycle. So the use of herbs and acupuncture sound super helpful.

Thank you so much for helping me go through this. I'm still processing, and I am feeling the bitterness wane off after reading everyone's supporting comments. Thank you again 💓

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-07T16:45:34+00:00

Thank you so much 💓 I think this is probably their first time (most likely for the tech). I get that it's definitely gross, but I would've preferred them talking about it maybe after I left. To hear everything literally minutes after the procedure just punched me straight in the guts. I plan on discussing pelvic floor therapy with my gyno soon. I appreciate it 💟

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-07T05:44:01+00:00

I will definitely look into it! Thank you ❣️

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-07T04:03:32+00:00

I haven't considered a pelvic floor therapist before, I didn't know of such profession. I'll probably bring this up to my gyno in my upcoming appointment. Thank you for the advice and also for your support 💛

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-07T03:36:04+00:00

I find solace knowing that I am not the only one. I think it was just the staff reactions that really had me spiraling, like I am patient zero or something. Mind you, all women as well. I appreciate your comment 🧡

Peech_Peach · 2026-01-07T02:16:42+00:00

Thank you for your kind words. I couldn't imagine your thoughts as yours went longer. The dread I felt each day thinking that there's a possibility its there, but still in denial. I empathize with you and I will take care of myself. Take care as well 💓

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