I’m regretful to report that the cervical cauterization I had done last month was a fail.
Having my cervix cauterized with silver nitrate (let’s call it a CC to keep things nice and short) was supposed to stop my ongoing intermenstrual bleeding . But—like every month since last summer and despite the fact that my cervix is apparently unable to bleed outside of a period—the mystery bleeding showed up on cycle day 21 this month and decided to hang for the duration of my cycle. Sometimes the bleeding begins as early as cycle day 13 or 14. I never know from one month to the next which cycle day I’ll randomly just start bleeding.
Since we have a new cast member here on The Endo Zone (my newest doctor), she needs a pseudonym. My new doctor just came to the Philly area after having practiced in Maryland for the last 25 years. Hence, I dub her Dr. Maryland. I really, really like Dr. Maryland: she’s extremely kind and warm and patient and truly wants to help me. She did my CC last month.
Dr. Maryland thinks that my bleeding could just be my “new normal.” Before we know if it truly is my new normal though, a biopsy is in order. The month before the biopsy, Dr. Maryland says that Jake and I can’t have sex ALL MONTH, since uterine biopsies and pregnancy don’t bode well. When I protested that sex for an entire month is totally unreasonable—considering that there’s only five possible conception days—Dr. Maryland wouldn’t hear any of it. *Sigh.* I’ll do the biopsy, but her command of full abstinence? No thanks. I’ll take my chances.
I can have two more doses of silver nitrate CC’s before we move on to the next step of biopsy. My second CC procedure is scheduled for next week.
I’m believing God that round two will be the final CC and stop this bleeding entirely. I believe that this ongoing interruption of bleeding is not in His best plans for my life.
Besides that, my copays are pricey. I’m beyond over this incessant bleeding. And I’m definitely not stoked about the possibility of three rounds of CC, only to have to do a painful biopsy at the end of it all. Because continued intermenstrual bleeding after three rounds of effectively sealing my cervix shut means that the bleeding is coming from my uterus… which is a whole other party for Marixsa to get invited to.
So, my friends, I ask for your prayers that this problem will at LONG last be resolved. And I’m expecting in my next update to have nothing to report other than nice and normal… maybe even better than normal.
Peace.
Oh girl, I am so sorry that this is STILL going on. I will send all the good thoughts and prayers to you for next week! ❤️❤️❤️
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Ty, me too. ❤
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How frustrating! But! You are doing a pretty amazing job advocating for yourself, seeking answers, doing what you can to figure out whats happening. Curious – where in MD??
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Outside Baltimore—Elkton I think
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I’m so sorry to read this update. I can’t imagine your disappointment. I’m disappointed in the medical establishment for not offering an explanation for it. However,
it seems that a biopsy would offer some answers. I’m glad you are continuing with sexy time during fertile days despite the moratorium from Dr. From the State with Delicious Crabs and Feral Horses – I would do the same. I’m praying for you.
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I definitely lol-ed on your description! Ty for prayers, they mean much. ❤
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Your cervix is very, very unhelpful! I’m glad this Dr Maryland seems to be good, but I am worried for you that you’re going through all of this and not seeing the results you really want. I think more than anyone I know that you deserve some good news soon. It must be your time. Sending love and best wishes. I’d send a new cervix if I could too, but that’s a bit harder. xxx
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Lol, maybe just drop one in the mail? That’d be helpful! Hope all is well, baby’s coming soon, right?!
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Yeah sure!! What size are you? 🤣 All is ok over here thanks. Baby is coming in less than three weeks which is just as well as I’m getting big and very hot!!
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Damn. I hate that you’re still fighting this. How frustrating. Sending you so much love and strength dear. I hope Dr Maryland is the ticket. xx
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oh gosh that does sound like such a pain. Praying that this will be the end of the issue soon!
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