I am a 36 year mom, almost 3 weeks post op from a total hysterectomy I did not want, but had to have due to previously having the Essure procedure.
From the time of having the Essure procedure, symptoms started automatically. Pelvic and abdomen bloating with cramping slowly started. After about 6 months, the symptoms got worse. I was doubled over in pain, missing work, family time and not able to function normally. After 2 months of CT scans, ultrasounds, ER visits and MRI ‘ S, a hysterectomy was scheduled. I had adhesions and inflammation all over my pelvic organs, bladder and colon.
When my doctor was explaining the procedure, it sounded perfect for me. But not until a few months after the procedure and i guess, i few months late, I started my research only to find women with the same complications and problems from having the procedure like me. I was hoping it would not lead me to a hysterectomy, but here I sit, post op, recovering from a surgery I never wanted to have.
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