Not sure where to post this, anyone had endometrial ablation?

buddhabelly

I have to kiddos, four and two years old.  Ever since my daughter was born 2 years ago, I've had serious issues with menstrual cycle.  I had to have a D&C 6 weeks postpartum because of hemmhoraging.  (sp?)  Then after than, had serious issues with my cycle...tried birth control shot, then pill, then paraguard, nothing seems to work. 

For the past 6 weeks I've had bleeding, and was diagnosed with mennorrhaging or something like that.  The dr has recommended an endometrial ablation because I'm too young for a hysterectomy.  He says it can affect my fertility??!!  So scared, I'm only 28 years old.  Anyone had this and still able to conceive?  Or is it too dangerous?

gimmietimmies

Well, this will affect any chance of getting pregnant again, since ablation is basically heating/burning the uterine lining.  I've talked to my doctor about getting it done because I get nasty periods, and because we're done having kids. DH has a vasectomy, this would be a secondary precaution.

Here, this may help (and ask your doctor for more info): https://www.medicinenet.com/endometrial_ablation/article.htm

1026pumpkin

My friend had this done and said it was a pretty uncomfortable recovery, but ultimately did end up helping a lot with the crazy bleeding.

That said, it pretty much guarantees you won't be able to carry another pregnancy, so if you're not done having kids, I would make an appointment to discuss all treatment options (and their risks/benefits) with your doctor, and make sure he understands you'd still like to have more kids.  Then I'd go see another physician for a second opinon and ask the same questions.

It's a big decision to make and you want to make sure you have all the information you need before making it.