Any Experiences with Novasure Procedure?

L.,
I have not had the procedure done but I am a nurse who has worked in an office/surgi-center where it was performed. I can tell you that almost all of my patients who had it done ended up with very positive results. Most of the women had been suffering from long, heavy, painful periods for years for seemingly no reason. After the procedure, most had very light or almost no period at all (for several years). I am not aware of any serious long-term problems...I can only remember one patient who did not really have much relief from the ablation (she ended up with a hyst). As with any surgical procedure, there are risks and benefits that you and your doctor must weigh, but this really is a straightforward, simple procedure.

I understand what you mean about the unnatural part - any type of messing around "down there" seems kind of strange. What I always told patients was that you need to really think about the quality of life issue - are you really suffering from the periods, do they get in the way of you normal, daily activities? Do you feel like they are hindering you from living life well? (I know, I sound like some kind of brochure here!!!) But really, do the research, talk to your doc and follow your gut. You will make the right decision!

Good luck,
T.

My sister did this procedure and she is happy about it. Her periods are lighter now. Her periods were so heavy and would sometimes last for weeks before the procedure. Hope this helps.

When this procedure was recommended to me I also asked around as it is relatively new. I also trust my ob/gyn explicitly as she is very concervative. It was so easy to have done last Nov. I have not experienced any bleeding since the procedure now 3-4 months. There was very little pain if any and tylenol took care of that. I highly recommend becoming a member of the :white panties club!" as my girlfriend refers to it. Such a better alternative than a hysterictomy. Thank goodness for advances in technology. I was also told that the chances of the procedure perforating the lining of the uterus were practically nil as the machine is computerized and will only laser if everything is lined up right.

Good luck with everything no matter what decision you make. I just wanted you to know that it was a very good thing for me. I had it done at Edwards hospital in Naperville by Dr. Julie Jenson.

I had this procedure done the week of Christmas and have had good results so far! I haven't gotten my period since the procedure - so that's great in my book!

I was at the hospital for less than 2 1/2 hours total -and just went home that day and took a nap and felt fine!

Good luck with your decision!!

Good Morning L. ~

Just to let you know ~ I had this procedure done in November 2008 and it has been the best thing for me! I had very heavy & painful periods and let me tell ya ~ OMG what a difference! LOL I was told that there would be a 98% chance I wouldn't get my periods again ~ I didn't believe it at first but I am a true believer now!

I was worried that I would get my period regardless of the procedure but it works. I had it scheduled at 7am and went home that same morning. I also had a D&C done due to fibroid tumors. I felt really good after the procedure. I rested for a day and returned to my regular activities. I didn't do anything stressful ~ I took it easy but I really didn't have any pain. I'll be honest with you ~ I am glad that I had it done. I didn't have any complications and I haven't had a period since. I do get a LITTLE cramping when my period is due the first month but nothing after that.

You'll be fine ~ I was scared also because all these years there was nothing available ~ if I had to do it over again ~ I'll do it!

Good Luck! Let us know how it goes!

Hello L. S
I have the procedure done about a year ago and it work for me. I have not problem, its control my menstruation and no complication at all. Also I didn't have any side effects. I believe that was the right and the best thing I did, because I was having a lot problems with my period. With my age I really do not have my period no more and I feel good about it. Also it is a simple procedure and you will be out the same day. In my opinion it is the best procedure than I done. Without any complications after all. Also you can send for information in the website Www.novasure.com

I have not personally had it; however, I was a medical assistant for an OB and I have 2 friends that have had it. NovaSure is essentually an updated version of an older procedure that has been done for years. Endometrial-Ablasions (I might be spelling wrong) have been done for years to help women with heavy menses. The old procedure consisted of putting the patient under general anesthisia and pumping scalding water into the unterus to flush he membrane out and scald the lining. Both procedures work with the same outcome. Most women have lighter if no periods at all after and many only complain of a bloating sansation and general discomfort after. Of my two friends one had an great experience with no complications and VERY little pain. The other had a slight complication post procedure where she came down with an uterine infection and was a bit more uncomfortable she had bloat and pressure and discomfort for about a week. As I stated before this procedure has been done for years; however, NovaSure is just an updated version and it offers the patient a faster, less invasive option. I hope this helped you.

If I were you, I would investigate Alternative types of treatments as opposed to medical procedures. (ie. Chinese medicine, www.ChicagoHealers.com, http://www.chicagohealers.com/womens-health-hormones-fert... etc...)

I had this procedure done. It was not something I'd ever want to experience again but it was worth it. I stopped having my period for good, but I know that's now always the case. That doesn't mean I don't get PMS which causes a little confusion for me monthly. I get PMS symptoms and wonder what's going on and then realize, oh it must be when I would be getting my period. I spot a little every month but that is it.

I had the procedure for the same reason you are--extreme amounts of bleeding every month. I was also very anemic since the birth of my first child in 1998. I had to have iron infusions a couple of times, it was so bad. Since the procedure, I have not be anemic any longer.

Lastly, I am very homeopathic by nature. It took me years to come upon my decision to have the procedure. I had tried lots of Chinese herbs, homeopathic herbs and had a Naturopath and nothing helped me at the time to decrease the bleeding. This really was my last option.

So that's what my experience has been. I hope that helps in some way.

D.
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My girlfriend bled for 1 1/2 yrs, she was medical phobic. She finally had it done, said there was a slight discomfort during the procedure, if she can handle it anybody can, and said her periods are back to normal. First 1-2 months periods were not regular but the bleeding was back to normal. Now she does not have any more problems. GET IT DONE!
Barb R.

L. - I had this procedure done about a year ago and have never looked back. I went several months after the procedure w/o periods and then had a few periods. When I have a period now it is very light and lasts only a day or two. I still do get PMS sometimes. I feel like I can reclaim my life since being finished w/ the monthly hemmorhaging. the procedure was done in a hospital (outpatient) and I felt totally normal after two days. I didhave some cramping right after the procedure but that was it. Good luck!

I was wondering if others had similar experiences. I had the novasure procedure on August 7th 2007. Everything went fine and I had no pain or complications. I have two large fibroids on the outside of my uterus, but none on the inside. I too, have been experiencing extremely heavy and heavier periods for over two years, with severe cramping, anemia, etc. I have had three periods since the procedure, and have seen no real change. Maybe, some of the clots are half dollar size instead of liver size, but just as much bleeding and pain. The brochure for Novasure says that 4 out of 5 women are thrilled with the results. Am I the 1 out of 5?
Any others with similar stories, and or thoughts or suggestions. My docotr says my only choice is a hysterectomy.
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