Tang Quoy (pronounced Don Qui) is an herb that interacts naturally with your system and is supposed to reduce cramping during your period. It is also amazing when you have muscle cramps and leg cramps. The only concern that I have with herbal pills is that they can sometimes interact badly with any prescription medications that you may take. Sometimes, the actual amounts contained in the pill varies as well. Do some research on herbal remidies though, like Lilith, I prefer the natural to any synthetic pill that I may take.

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Hey a good friend of mine suffered terribly from exactly what you are experiencing. When she and her hubby tried to conceive there were fertility problems.
Her regular Gyno completely missed what were obviously the symptoms of endometriosis. She had some surgery to clear the uterus voila! Pregnant and what do you know??,her cramps were greatly reduced in the subsequent months since childbirth.

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You guys have lots of great suggestions. Thank you!

When I was in for my appt today for other crap, I mentioned that my periods are really long, really frequent, and really irregular. They asked how long it's been going on, and the nurse and doc both exchanged an odd look when I said it started around the time of my tubal. I have an appt in 2 weeks for a full physical. You know the kind ladies. blah.

I grabbed some b-6 at walgreens today, so I'll start that in the morning with my new regimine of pills. blah.

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Hope all goes well Gilly *sending well wishes*

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Quick update. I had a pap done thursday, and I have a bacterial infection of sorts. Also, she asked if I had been diagnosed with Endimetriosis. She has me going in for a pelvic ultrasound on Tuesday for that, and to check out this little lumpy thing near my pelvic bone that has been there since my tubal.

She also gave me a pain killer to take that's made for menstrual cramps. Fingers crossed, we'll figure something out.

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well it sounds like things are at least being investigated which is a darn good start.

Hope it all works out good for you soon Gilly

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Hope all is going well Gilly! I'm in the same boat (though, I'm much older than you) and I've been to numerous OBGYN's and they are sooooooooooooo reluctant now-a-days to do a hysterectomy due to all the lawsuits of years gone by for malpractice in doing unecessary hysterectomies! I've had a hemi-hysterectomy (both falliopian tubes and one ovary are gone) way back when I was 28, but I still have my uterus and one ovary......which has a tumor (non-malignant) on it and I have some cysts too! This is what's causing the pain (I am told by doc's but nothing is done because of the insurance companies). When I had that operation, they spared all the parts they could in case I wanted to try for an invitro pregnancy........which, I didn't even attempt for more severe problems. Sorry to ramble.......but it seems to me that at my age....or with you not wanting anymore children.....we (not the insurance companies) should be able to deem what is right for us! Good luck hun!

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Hey I'm not a doctor so maybe you should consult yours... but I found this--- Hope you feel better!

Minor cramps, pain or discomfort are not uncommon before and/or during a menstrual cycle. However, recurring, severe pelvic pain before and during your period that lasts 6 months or longer could be caused by something more serious, such as endometriosis.

Endometriosis is a common gynecological disease affecting millions of women in North America. The disease most often occurs in women in their 20s and 30s and is associated with symptoms such as chronic pelvic pain, pain during sexual intercourse, painful menstrual discomfort, and infertility.

Although there is no cure for endometriosis, it can be effectively treated. If you experience recurring pelvic pain before or during you period, talk to your doctor. Click Here to get your personalized Doctor Discussion Guide, which can help you discuss your symptoms with your doctor. Learning all you can about endometriosis empowers you with knowledge and can help you partner with your doctor when discussing possible treatment options.



To learn more about endometriosis, visit
www.endofacts.com

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Hi guys! Thanks for that post, Fairy.

My doctor did wonder about Endo back at our last appt a few weeks ago (when I had the dreaded pap done), and she sent me in to have a pelvic and internal ultrasound done. No word on the results, though, because I had to cancel my appt last week when the car broke down.

I have to go back next thursday, though, so I'll find out then about the results on the ultrasound.

She did perscribe me some pills that were made specifically for menstrual pain, though oddly, my period last week wasn't painful. -boggle- So, there's my update.

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