Have you ever done a histeroscopy?

@nela13 (58786)
Portugal
May 19, 2020 12:01pm CST
Today I went to the doctor, the gynecologist, everything seems to be well but she told me that I may have a very small polyp in the womb, nothing special according to her, but she recommended me to do a histeroscopy. I will do it next month with her in the hospital. She told me that it can be painful but tolerable but I confess that I am scared. I was so nervous that I forgot to ask if it is a quick exam Have you ever done a histeroscopy? Is it painful?
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Anna
@LadyDuck (472475)
• Switzerland
20 May 20
I never had one, but I think to remember that my mother had a Hysteroscopy. I know that she had a mild local anesthesia, ask for it, so you do not stress about the pain.
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Anna
@LadyDuck (472475)
• Switzerland
20 May 20
@nela13 Talk to your doctor first and if it's not absolutely necessary skip it.
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
21 May 20
@LadyDuck Yes, that is what I intend to do.
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
20 May 20
I think I will but I will talk to the doctor first, I have several doubts about the exam.
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DianneN
@DianneN (247183)
• United States
19 May 20
I’m so sorry. No, I’ve never had that or heard of it. Perhaps you should call her back to answer all your questions.
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
19 May 20
I am so nervous, I think I will call her back.
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DianneN
@DianneN (247183)
• United States
19 May 20
@nela13 I’d call her, but having a polyp removed isn’t serious like something else. Make a list of all your concerns including recovery time.
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
19 May 20
@DianneN All my exams are normal, the cytology is normal, that's why she told me that there is no reason to worry, but I am scared
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Mpho Ashworth
@Lushlala (4028)
• Gaborone, Botswana
24 May 20
I've never had one done and don't think I've ever heard of it. I'm sure if she says it's nothing too serious, it's not. But I understand you being scared, it's only natural. I pray it all goes well for you
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Mpho Ashworth
@Lushlala (4028)
• Gaborone, Botswana
25 May 20
@nela13 You're most welcome - always a pleasure I think you're doing the right thing because I believe there's no harm in getting a second or even third opinion. Just do what you have to do to be happy within yourself :)
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
24 May 20
I am going to postpone it and consult another doctor. I want to make sure that I really need to do this exam. Thank you for your prayers, I really appreciate it
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
25 May 20
@Lushlala thank you My doctor is a very good one but I need to get a second opinion to make sure that I am not doing exams that I don't need.
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AmberLynn
@ScribbledAdNauseum (104628)
• United States
19 May 20
I am sorry, I have not ever done a histeroscopy but I do think that it would be relatively quick. If the polyp is benign,you may want to ask her about alternative methods such as a castor oil pack instead of any invasive surgeries.
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AmberLynn
@ScribbledAdNauseum (104628)
• United States
19 May 20
@nela13 You soak a thin cloth in the castor oil and place it on your womb. It is supposed to soak into the skin and help shrink the polyp. I've read a lot about it and it is supposed to be very helpful if done regularly. There are also herbal teas and diet changes you can make which may improve it.
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
19 May 20
@ScribbledAdNauseum I think castor oil works for skin polyps. I have no idea about which herbal tea to use.
Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
19 May 20
she said that it seems to be a very small thing and all my exams are normal. Castor oil? how is it used?
Nevena Zivkovic
@Nevena83 (65277)
• Serbia
20 May 20
Oh, I'm sorry to hear that, I hope it's nothing serious. No, I've never done that. I would be scared too.
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
21 May 20
I need to confirm if I really need to do this exam first, maybe I will see another doctor to have a second opinion.
Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
24 May 20
@Nevena83 no, I will only see another doctor next month. Thank you for your concern
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Nevena Zivkovic
@Nevena83 (65277)
• Serbia
24 May 20
@nela13 Has anything changed?
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LowRiderX
@LowRiderX (22903)
• Serbia
20 May 20
I had to check on the internet what it is, it is completely unknown to me. Don't be afraid, those names just sound so scary, call her and ask how long this intervention lasts and if it hurts, you'll feel better when you know
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
20 May 20
@LowRiderX I don't know, I just want to make sure that I am not doing a procedure without needing it.
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
20 May 20
Thank you, I need to call her, I have doubts about the exam and I need to clarify it.
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LowRiderX
@LowRiderX (22903)
• Serbia
20 May 20
@nela13 A smart decision because you will calm down, I believe it is nothing terrible
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sofs
@sofssu (23662)
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20 May 20
Yes it could be painful, hope all goes well . Take care.
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sofs
@sofssu (23662)
•
20 May 20
@nela13 No, my friend had it done last year.
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
20 May 20
Thank you, have you done it?
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
20 May 20
@sofssu oh, I see, hope she is well.
Jessica
@JESSY3236 (20206)
• United States
26 May 20
I never had one. I think my best friend did.
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
26 May 20
Thank you, do you know if the exam went well for her?
Judy Evans
@JudyEv (345995)
• Rockingham, Australia
20 May 20
I haven't heard of this one. I would try to talk to her about it perhaps.
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
20 May 20
Yes, I think I will talk to her, there are some doubts that I need to clarify.
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G
@freelancermariagrace (28886)
• Philippines
20 May 20
I have never done it before. Good luck with that
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
21 May 20
Thank you, I will see another doctor to have a second opinion.
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CarolDM
@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
19 May 20
Never had one but I am sure they can help you with the pain. Good luck.
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Manuela Lopes
@nela13 (58786)
• Portugal
19 May 20
Thank you, I think I will call the doctor because right now I am having a lot of doubts.
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CarolDM
@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
19 May 20
@nela13 Good idea.
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