|
Mon, Apr 16, 07 at 21:30
| Hi,
I'm a new member, 51 years old, hoping to be in menopause since 6 months Thanks to this forum I learned that pain at the ovaries could be normal at our age: I was very worried after having had pain for one month ( still now). I had an ultrasound The result was not to worry for the ovaries but they found I have "prominent left sided ovarian veins". The ultrasound report tells I have a pelvic congestion syndrome. Didn't see a doctor yet because takes time in Canada... I read a lot on internet about it but I'm still quite confused. Is there anyone who has the same problem? What are you doing? What works and what doesn't? Any suggestion?
|
Follow-Up Postings:
|
| My sister had this, and from what I understand it is basically varicose veins of the ovaries or "ovarian hemmorhoids. She had laparoscopic surgery to "embolize" them whatever that means. I think it's like the treatment for varicose veins where they either cauterize the vein or block it. It worked really well for her. The surgery slowed her down for a couple days, but then she was up and running again. Good luck; hope this helps in some way. |
|
| How old was your sister? I ask this because I read the pelvic congestion syndrome is often a younger women problem.Thank you for your reply. Kukles |
|
| She was around 44-45, and this was in 2000. She hasn't had any problems since. |
|
| Thank you |
Please Note: Only registered members are able to post messages to this forum. If you are a member, please log in. If you aren't yet a member, join now!
Return to the Menopause Forum
Instructions
- You must be a registered member and logged in to post messages on our forums.
- Posting is a two-step process. Once you have composed your message, you will be taken to the preview page. You will then have a chance to review the contents and make changes.
- After posting your message, you may need to refresh the forum page in order to see it.
- It is illegal to post copyrighted material without the owner's consent.
- HTML codes are allowed in the message field only.
- No advertising is allowed in any of the forums.
- If you would like to practice posting or uploading photos, please visit our Test forum.
- If you need assistance, please Contact Us and we will be happy to help.