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Post by Karen on Jun 13, 2011 16:49:21 GMT -5
What kind of dose is she talking about? You *may* not notice anything, or it may be not that severe! Whatever the case, I feel for you. Let yourself feel what you need to. You'll know when you've let it all out! Hugs!!
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Post by pretty on Jun 13, 2011 17:44:26 GMT -5
it is Aygestin 5 mg. synthetic progesterone only for 3 weeks only then stop. Just ate the first one.... argh. anyhow, I'm such a damn pragmatist, already working out how I'm gonna deal with everything and how I'm NOT gonna gain weight OR go crazy lol, already warned hubby.
lots of stuff on my mind including moving to Tacoma so I can be near a real doctor instead of patching one together as needed and being my own facilitator.
My hands are going numb *googles* nope not a side effect, must just be 'ME' lol
Argh.
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Post by Karen on Jun 13, 2011 20:43:07 GMT -5
I'm sorry you have so much on your mind! In the grand scheme of things this is just a blip in your life, but it's still an All-consuming blip and I hope it passes soon!
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Post by JC on Jun 13, 2011 21:30:00 GMT -5
awww pretty. You have had such a hard road with this damn disease. It has to get better at some point! when were you planning on moving?
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Post by pretty on Jun 14, 2011 11:05:05 GMT -5
lol not planning to. just thinking how easy it would be to make and appointment with a real doc, and just drive over, and talk to her vs. calling her nurse long distance and then feeling so grateful for just regular ordinary care. I feel like they're doing me this big favor since I'm so far away. I just kind of want my own doctor know what I'm saying? lol
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Post by pretty on Jun 14, 2011 12:59:14 GMT -5
ok day one on fake progesterone = not that bad.
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Post by JC on Jun 14, 2011 13:09:48 GMT -5
Ohh I gotcha. I thought you were moving! I hope that progesterone doesn't give you too much trouble.
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Post by pretty on Jun 14, 2011 13:16:38 GMT -5
yeah whatever right. I'm just going to get through it and try to have fun on my VACAY! ha ha ha ha ha a!
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Post by hellsbells on Jun 14, 2011 16:15:56 GMT -5
I did 'fake' progesterone for 7 months and emotionally I was possibly slightly more stable than without. You might react pretty well on it.
On the crying thing - I find the worst thing I can do when I feel like crying all the time is to try and hold it in. Then it's just CONSTANTLY bubbling at the surface, especially if I'm at work. Best thing I can do is just hide in the loos for a while and let it out.
Hoping you get this sorted soon, and enjoy your vacay!
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Post by Karen on Jun 14, 2011 18:29:24 GMT -5
I've explained my theory on crying/emotional release to Helen. Actually, a girl in my book club brought it up and I'm just passing it along. Essentially, think of your emotions as a bucket. You keep piling more and more on, sprinkle it with some good, some bad. But, eventually, no matter what, you just need to empty the bucket. No matter how hard you fight it or how much you don't want to or aren't prepared to, it just needs to be emptied.
I was told this on a particularly awful day and I lost it in book club one night (luckily it was a VERY small group). As I sat there sobbing, this girl told me her theory and as we talked about what was going on with me, she kept asking, "Is the bucket empty?" Turns out it wasn't, even though I was fully prepared to wipe my eyes and continue on with the discussion.
My point to all of this is that I hope you were able to empty the bucket the other day/today, and if you didn't, allow yourself to! I know you know all of that, and I know you're a strong girl most days, but just wanted to give you a gentle reminder that, on occasion, even us strong girls need a good breakdown, too!
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Post by pretty on Jun 14, 2011 21:59:15 GMT -5
Karen, I've said this before: I just love the sh*t out of you. thanks. I will empty the damn bucket lol.
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Post by painttheseconds on Jun 14, 2011 23:36:24 GMT -5
Big hugs pretty. I'll be thinking of you.
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Post by gemstone on Jun 15, 2011 2:25:57 GMT -5
Empty the bucket Pretty!!! Thinking of you Karen, I'll always think of crying like that now!!
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Post by Karen on Jun 15, 2011 6:01:17 GMT -5
I know, Gem, I will too! It's a nice easy way to give yourself permission to unravel for a moment. It's also a nice reminder that we need *some* sort of release from time to time! Glad you girls could relate! Hugs all around.
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Post by KSA on Jun 15, 2011 11:41:36 GMT -5
Im so glad things are being figured out sorry about your left ovary but if you are ok taking it out then that is the first step. Great news you can still travel to meet Karen. I can not wait for you two to get together! I think it will be so much fun the two of you at a lunch and yes I want a picture lol! Alot to keep your mind of your body with you travels when you get back you will have so much going on and if you need to vent we are all here for you. Good Luck Pretty you really are awesome at the way you are handling all this its a huge thing to loose a organ even if it is a little brat organ it is still part of you and I commend you for being able to make the decsion and know it is best for your health.
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