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My Endometriosis - A Year On...

So, its been just over a year since my 1st laparoscopy... and 3 weeks after my 2nd. As you can imagine this last year has been a rollercoaster!! Physically and emotionally. No way would I have believed I'd be having two operations within one year. To be brutally honest, it's taken a lot out of me including most of my energy, my social life is practically non existence and its hit my confidence pretty hard. My early twenties have been filled with pain, tablets, injections, operations and a bundle of unwanted hormones!!

However, 3 weeks after lap number two im starting to feel more positive. I have full confidence that my new consultant removed all endometriosis and adhesions this time. I was so surprised to find out the adhesions had stuck to my bowel and twisted it into a loop. It's shocking what endo is capable of doing. I've literally been stuck in a rut over the last few years. If I had a good day I'd make the most of it. The next day I'd be in agony. The amount of times I've had to say no to going out is hard to recall. Now, I'm on the road to recovery...I'm looking forward to saying YES to go out with friends and family... I'm looking forward to living again!! :)

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  1. Nicole8 March 2012 at 23:33

    *hugs* It is so hard to have to say No more often then not. Sure your friends and family say they understand but how annoying does it really get for them? I'm always worried over all the times I have to say no. I hope my future holds more yes'

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  2. My Endo Diary9 March 2012 at 12:19

    Thanks Nicole, I agree.. I worry with saying no all the time too. Lets hope we'll both have more yes replies in the near future! x

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