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By July 30, 2012 - 6:41am
 
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I had the cryoablation procedure done over a year ago and still dealing with heavy periods and CONSTANT spotting. I am so disappointed. I have to wear a pad EVERY DAY now. Most of the time it's just spotting but some times it's so heavy I can't leave the house. And there is no schedule. It may be days or weeks in between the heavy bleeding. Fortunately the heavy periods don’t last more than a day or 2. My doctor started me on the depo shot 6 months ago and still no changes except that I gained over 15 pounds! I don't know if I will go back for my 3rd shot in 2 weeks. I've all kinds of biopsies and such...nothing wrong. Is a hysterectomy my only option at this point?

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Hi Tired,

Here is a link that might be helpful, in finding answers and support from others that might have gone through the same.  

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Best,

Daisy

July 31, 2012 - 3:45pm

Other than the irregular periods I am in excellent health. I have no idea what the causes the spotting/heavy bleeding. After the cryoablation I thought the heavy periods would be done. Especially after taking the depo injections for 6 months. I am open to any procedure/medication that is why I am using this site. I am grasping at straws. I am 48 and do not plan to have any more children. I have been to 3 ob/gyns in the last 2 years and none have been able to help me. I guess I was just hopeful that some one may have had a similiar situation and found something successful.

July 31, 2012 - 8:02am
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Anonymous

Hi Tired,

Welcome to EmpowHER.  

Treatment for Menorrhagia depends on:

You health and medical history

The cause and severity of the condition

Your tolerance for specific medications, procedures and therapies

Your future childbearing plans

Your opinion and personal preferences

It's important for you to discuss with your doctor the different kinds of treatments and the best one for you.

Here are some resources for you

Hypermenorrhea

Best,

Daisy

July 30, 2012 - 11:06am
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Anonymous (reply to Anonymous)

Other than the irregular periods I am in excellent health. I have no idea what the causes the spotting/heavy bleeding. After the cryoablation I thought the heavy periods would be done. Especially after taking the depo injections for 6 months. I am open to any procedure/medication that is why I am using this site. I am grasping at straws. I am 48 and do not plan to have any more children. I have been to 3 ob/gyns in the last 2 years and none have been able to help me. I guess I was just hopeful that some one may have had a similiar situation and found something successful.

July 31, 2012 - 7:59am
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