I was recently diagnosed with Pelvic Adhesions, after suddenly developing severe abdominal pain. It appears that I've had undiagnosed appendicitis at some time in the past and although they separated my mangled appendix from my bowel, the rest of my insides are fairly well glued together. I've been in pain for 2 months now (not very long in the grand scale of things, I know). Do you get used to it? And is surgery to separate the organs an option, or will it cause more scarring and adhesions, and therefore more pain?
I'd be grateful for any information as my follow-up appointment isn't for another 2 1/2 months. Apparently, the NHS have to send the audiotapes of my surgery to India to be transcribed before I get my appointment!
2006-10-20 06:57:19 · 5 answers · asked by Sarah A 6 in Health ➔ Women's Health
My daughter suffered for 12 years with this problem and 2 years ago she had surgery to release the adhesions by laser. I am desperate to tell you to insist you get treatment. They fobbed my daughter off and dismissed her pain as period pains, but she was in agony for 2 weeks out of every month. She was eventually diagnosed with endometriosis, something which for some reason they are reluctant to do. It got to the stage where she couldn't get to the doctor when really bad and so she was not taken seriously. Endometriosis causes this adhesion problem. Yes you must have the surgery-I know that sounds harsh of me, but I know it will get worse if you don't. It relieved my daughter, but I will tell you the truth, they may return.I just want you to make sure you ask all the questions you need to know, and insist that you get treatd as soon as possible, because I have seen first hand the agony they cause. If endometriosis is the cause of your adhesions, which I suspect it is, ask if you could have a thyroid function test, because it is not unusual for there to be a problem with secretion of thyroxine as well, but they don't seem to offer this as a matter of course. It can be easily treated if there is, but untreated it can lead to deep depression amongst other things. I really wish you well, I will be thinking of you. I do hope however that the appendix is the cause of all your problems. In this case, I would hope that the release of your organs will be the end of the matter. I hope the Indians get their act together for you soon!
2006-10-20 07:27:21 · answer #1 · answered by jonquilblack 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's hard to believe isn't it?
My 20 year old daughter was in pain for over a year, until she was diagnosed with adhesions following an appendectomy. Eventually she was completely constipated and was vomiting her faeces, as that was the only way out! After the operation, she was fine, if sore. She has been OK since ( done in May last year).
They apparently don't operate unless they have to, as there is a chance that adhesions could form again. Lay it on a bit, sunshine! And the very best of luck with it all. x
2006-10-20 08:02:48 · answer #2 · answered by ALAN Q 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Wow, that is a long wait when you are in pain.
Actually, short of surgery, there is no cure for pelvic adhesions. And I regret to say that you may form additional adhesions even after the surgery, although the likelyhood is low.
I would speak with your doctor about ensuring that you have adequate pain control to function in the mean time, as you are at the mercy of the NHS. God-bless nationalized healthcare, eh? Maybe that's why we don't have it here in the USA?
2006-10-20 07:06:40 · answer #3 · answered by phantomlimb7 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I too have pelvic adhesions with one of my ovaries stuck in my pelvis. I had a laporotmy to free them up but the surgeon stitched me back up without resolving much because there were also adhesions to my bowel which could cause complications if operated on.
I'm sure with the right surgeon you'll be fine - It really depends on where the adhesions are and to what degree.
I wish you all the best
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