Lupron Saga

Next phase of treatment: Lupron Injection

This is the one I'm not too thrilled about. The FD wants to inject this hormone every 3 1/2 weeks. Apparently, it's like being menopausal for a month. Estrogen levels are extremely low. Little or no period. This is a common treatment for those with endometriosis. It eliminates the pain that most women experience with endometriosis. However, I don't have that much pain. My pain is usually localized with my period. Painful cramps and bloating. That's about it. But I understand that with my advanced stage of endometriosis it might help.

The side effects are my concern:

• Bone density loss
• Hot flashes
• Headaches
• Vaginal dryness
• Changes in mood
• Decreased interest in sex

I think I feel more sympathy for Brad. Poor, poor Brad. When I asked the doctor how this will help. She kind of rolled her eyes and stated:
"To suppress the endometriosis."
"Well, okay. I'm on BC. I do the Lupron Injection. I have the surgery and you start me back up on fertility treatments. So, we're suppressing for a few months to then speed it all up in one month to retrieve eggs?"
"Well, you'll be on Lupron and BC for a total of 3 months."
"Yeah, but the fertility drug process. Won't it just all speed it up again?"
"Well, not with your surgery and the medication. It won't speed up as fast as you think it will."

Oh-tay! Blindly I'll listen to the doctor? Unfortunately, I get extremely intimidated by doctors. I need Brad there with me. He asks all the right questions and he never, ever gets intimidated.

I also mentioned to the FD that I started reading a book about how to heal endometriosis through nutrition:
"That's not going to work. Your endometriosis is too advanced."
"It's mainly just a nutrition regime. I figure eating more healthy can only help."
"As long as you are not taking Chinese herbs. They really interfere with the anesthetic of surgery."
"I have the book with me. Although I haven't read the whole thing, I like what I know and I believe it will help."
"Just as long as you don't do herbs."

I guess that means I pass the book test.

I'm still concerned about the Lupron. I don't know if it's the right step...for me. I understand the benefits. But I hate the idea of putting so much medication in my system to suppress the endometriosis growths. There is no scientific cure for endometriosis, just medication to appease the symptoms.

I honestly believe that the Word of Wisdom was revelation for our day. I honestly believe that God has put everything on this earth for the benefit of man. Unfortunately, we are mortal and our bodies are susceptible to the food we put in and the environment we live in. The Lord has provided a way for us to be able to be healthy.
"And all saints who remember to keep and do these sayings, walking in obedience to the commandments shall receive health in their navel and marrow in their bones."