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I am also 43. My cramps improved, but I have done things prior to the TL and TR to alleviate them too. I did some experimenting. I tried laying off all caffeine and sugary foods for like 1.5 weeks prior to my period. It helped a lot with both my cramping and my sore boobs. It is not easy to do. I also have a prescription for anaprox. I took them a lot after TL since the cramps were worse. I take them when it is bad but I have not taken many at all since TR. Perhaps 2 pills in 3 cycles, usually on day 1 or 2 only...I have personally never taken it but I hear Evening Promrose Oil Supplements are helpful too (for cramps as well as other PMS symptoms) Good luck and let us know how you do!
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Hi Ladies Thanks for this forum. I had my TR June 9/08 and now i am enjoying being complete again. My moods are so much better but unfortunately I am still cramping almost every day of my cycle. I had two normal periods immediately post TR but now it seems I am back to the way i used to be. I feel like pulling out my hair, the cramps are too much, esp tonight. I know AF if just around the corner, I just wish i didn't have this pain all the time. I found a new doctor and i like him , and i was told that having cramps like this is common as women get older. I am 43, i wish my mom had of told me about this. Now i am wondering what was the point of the surgery if i am still going to suffer so much every month, then i remember how good i felt after the surgery, to be me again. Is there anyone else out there suffering like me?
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AMEN to getting this info to women, their husbands or partners, and especially the medical community who desperately needs to be pushed outside of the comfort bubble. Doctors need to open their minds and their ears to begin understanding this syndrome and accepting that PTLS is real and fixable for most women!
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wow, I thoght what I was going through was normal the dr. couldnt give me any anwsers for anything. My cramps got worst I have migraines, mood swings,depressed, and cry all the time and dont know why. Now I really cant wait to get my TR. And I know now that I am not crazy my family will be so relieved.
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Members of the Tubal Reversal Message Board often discuss post tubal ligation syndrome and how tubal reversal surgery often alleviates these symptoms. These women uniformly disagree with the concept that symptoms that they have experienced since their tubal ligation are “just in their heads”. They are certain that their symptoms are not imaginary and are grateful when their symptoms disappear after tubal reversal surgery. Here we welcome posts on the subject of PTLS.
Earlier posts on PTLS include:
PTLS Relief With Tubal Reversal Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome, or PTLS, is not a widely talked about subject in the medical community. And for the women who experience significant changes in their health following a tubal ligation, finding a safe haven to discuss PTLS can be a challenge. At Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, we give women an outlet to share their PTLS symptoms, and with our one-hour outpatient procedure, we're helping women just like you get relief.
Momzilla's Tubal Reversal Story If you suffer from Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome, you will want to read Momzilla's story. Momzilla had a tubal ligation three years ago, and like many of Dr. Berger's patients, came to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center seeking relief of PTLS symptoms. Tubal reversal surgery has helped women just like you, feel more like themselves again. If you have a PTLS story, join the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center message board today.
The Reality of PTLS and Tubal Reversal Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome has been the subject of controversy among the medical world for decades. But for the thousands of women who experience the devastating symptoms of PTLS every day, the syndrome is real. Some women who have had their tubes tied experience heavier menstrual bleeding, increased cramping and mood swings, just to name a few. Aside from the obvious reason for wanting another baby after tubal ligation, the desire for relief of symptoms is another reason why many women choose to have tubal reversal surgery at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.
New Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome Blog My name is Dawn, and I'm a PTLS (Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome) sufferer. If you are a sufferer, or know of anyone else suffering from Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) come say hi. We can only spread the word about this condition if we step forward and say "Yes, this is what I have!".
I Scheduled My Tubal Reversal With Dr. Berger! Hunnyd, a member of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board, is pleased to announce that she has finally scheduled her tubal reversal surgery with Dr. Berger for June 11th. Hunnyd states that she has been suffering from PTLS and is looking forward to relief from her symptoms after surgery, as well as the chance to achieve pregnancy. She will be traveling from Chicago and is looking forward to meeting other patients and Chapel Hill staff when she arrives in North Carolina for her consultation and surgery. She is reassured by other message board members that she will receive the best possible care before, during and after surgery.
Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome - How To Relieve The Pain In a study conducted by Dr. Berger of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center on the women who have come to him and complained of having the symptoms of PTLS, 90% saw a reduction in their symptoms.
Dr. Berger Talks About Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome Dr. Berger gives helpful advice to women with symptoms of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome that may help with them with insurance coverage for testing and treatment.
PTLS Questions Discussed on the Tubal Reversal Message Board Questions about Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) are discussed frequently by members of the Tubal Reversal Message Board. An active forum topic is initiated by 'michelle381' who writes, "I had my tubes tied July 25 2001, 10 hrs after my son was born. At the time of my tubal ligation I was 30 and had never had any problem with my period prior to my TL. I had regular periods that came every 28 days and lasted about 6 days. No cramping, no mood swings. And now I'm in pain 3 weeks out of the month. Extreme crapping, back pain. Major mood swings. I'm tired all the time and have headaches so bad that I have to be in a dark room. Now it seems to get worse as the years go on. I can't live like this anymore. I have been treated for the headaches and cramping but it's always with pain killers and having 3 kids from the ages of 4 to 9. I can't take them and try to function. I don't want to mask the problem. I want someone who can fix the problem. Can anyone point me in the right direction?"
PTLS Symptom Relief after Tubal Reversal Surgery Sherry underwent tubal reversal surgery with Dr. Berger ten days ago and is amazed that her PTLS symptoms have already improved dramatically. She states that the "reversal surgery was worth every penny." Other message board members agree with Sherry and also report improvement in their menstrual cycles, such as shorter periods and decreased pain. The message board is a good source of inspiration and information for potential tubal reversal patients and it allows them to see that tubal reversal surgery can provide relief from PTLS symptoms, as well as restore fertility.
Relief for Depression Symptoms after Tubal Reversal Many women report depression after their tubal ligation. Members of the Tubal Reversal Message Board who have subsequently had a tubal reversal report relief from their symptoms of depression.
About Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome and Tubal Reversal Before my tubal reversal, I would get cyclic migraines - they only started happening after my tubal ligation. Two days before my period started, I would be down with a migraine, and it would last until a few days after the bleeding had stopped. This went on for 12 yrs. Along with that, I would experience horrible leg and back pain, my bleeding would last 7-9 days with heavy clotting and terrible cramps that otc meds didn't ease. There were other lesser symptoms - hair loss, weight gain, etc. I had my TR Sept 04 - my very next cycle took me by surprise, as there was no migraine to warn of the impending start. I have not had a migraine since. No more leg or back pain - my actual bleeding went from over a week of heavy flow/clotting to two days of heavy flow and three days of light flow. Very little clotting, and only mild cramps the first day. My hair is again thick. No more leg or back pain either. I suffered for 12 yrs, the docs were unable to explain what was wrong - it was suggested that I go on BC (how ridiculous to have to take bc after being sterilized!). Many docs do not believe in PTLS - many more women all complain of the exact same symptoms all starting after TL. Sorry, but I just do not trust the doctors on this issue. They do not warn of the possible after effects, they brush us off afterwards when we start having problems.
What Happens to Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome After Tubal Reversal? Tubal Reversal Message Board members discuss the difference in their symptoms of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome before and after tubal reversal surgery. One members states, "I had my tubal reversal due to PTLS. I had a lot of bad symptoms. Mine were fits of rage, no sex drive, could not sleep, weight gain, hair loss, depressed (never was before), terrible long AF's. I had the tubal reversal in 3/06 and by the time of my first cycle most of them were gone. I was much better and my family saw a huge difference in me without me even asking around 3 months. My first AF cycle was back to pre-TL. I was very fortunate that my surgery was a complete success and this happened for me very soon after TR." Another reports, "It takes about a full cycle and you'll notice the difference. I don't know how it works or why, but it works. It's truly amazing."
Do Symptoms of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome Improve After Tubal Reversal? Tubal Reversal Message Board members disagree with the concept that symptoms that they have experienced since their tubal ligation are "just in their heads". They know that their symptoms are not imaginary and are grateful when their symptoms disappear after tubal reversal surgery.
Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) And Tubal Reversal Surgery Members of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center's message board and Dr. Berger's staff discuss Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) and how tubal reversal surgery can help to alleviate symptoms. Patients also discuss their different symptoms and ask if others have had the same symptoms from PTLS as they have.
Question about Receptor Cells and PTLS A member of the Tubal Reversal Message Board asks about fallopian tube receptor cells and whether damage to them during a tubal ligation could explain some of the symptoms of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS). Other message board members respond by specifying the various post tubal symptoms that have resolved since their tubal ligation reversal surgery.
Post Tubal Ligation Symptoms (PTLS) Resolved On the Tubal Reversal Message Board, Amanda posts, "I want to say thank you, Dr. Berger! I came to you 6 months ago with the hope of having another child but also with the hope of getting rid of the PTLS that I had. I am still working on the other child part but my PTLS is practically gone and gets better ever month. I did not realize how bad I was truly feeling until I felt better and I thank you. I thank you for "putting me back together" for giving me the opportunity to have another child. For taking the only decision I have ever regretted it and righting it. For putting something that I had taken up myself and putting it back in God's hands."
Tubal Reversal Surgery Relieves Symptoms Of Post-Tubal Ligation Syndrome A member of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board posts about her relief of symptoms of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) after tubal reversal surgery. Prior to surgery she had been experiencing a variety of unpleasant symptoms such as bloating, joint pain, and excessive bleeding during her periods. Following surgery, she is symptoms free and posts to thank Dr. Berger. Although there is no guarantee that tubal reversal surgery will relieve a woman's symptoms, the majority of Dr. Berger's patients who reported symptoms prior to surgery found relief after the tubal reversal procedure.
Who Wants a Tubal Reversal and Wants to Feel Better? Patients of Dr. Gary Berger and The Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center are discussing the benefits of tubal reversal on message board. Although most tubal reversal patients desire to have another baby after having had a tubal ligation, others want a tubal reversal to relieve symptoms of post tubal ligation syndrome (PTLS). Their comments, "I feel 110% better mentally" and "Dr. Berger fixed me back to normal again" are not uncommon among those who have had tubal reversal surgery.
Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome and Tubal Reversal Over 40 Tubal Reversal Message Board member Cjl posts "I had my tubal ligation and it was the worst decision I ever made! I had such terrible periods and bleeding, heart palpatations and so many other strange things. I Had my TR (tubal reversal) 4/20/2007 and immediately, I was relieved of all the PTLS symptoms."
Tubal Reversal Surgery Can Reverse Symptoms Of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) Members of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center's message board talk about Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS). These women were not told about the possibilities of PTLS by their doctor prior to their tubal ligation procedures. They want to inform other women planning on tubal ligation about the possibilities of PTLS after ligation surgery.
Tubal Reversal Surgery May Be The Answer For Women With Symptoms After A Tubal Ligation Women are often told that the symptoms they have developed after their tubal ligation are all in their mind and are frequently made to feel like they aren't taken seriously. The Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board members offer encouragement and support to one another as they realize that they are experiencing similar symptoms and feelings. The message board also offers women hope and helps them to realize that they are not alone. Many patients come to Dr. Berger for the reversal surgery for PTLS. Over 90% of women report a relief in symptoms after reversal surgery.
Women Discuss Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome Members of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board describe Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) symptoms they have been experiencing since their tubal ligations. Those who have already had tubal reversal surgery with Dr. Berger offer reassurance that reversal surgery will offer relief from their symptoms. One member states that her symptoms are "all gone now and I feel 100% better since my tubal reversal."
PTLS Nobody Wants To Be Around Me Every time I go to the doctors they say there's no such thing as PTLS and that it's all in my head so my family and friends believe them, if these doctors would admit to this, then I wouldn't seem so crazy.
Can Tubal Reversal Surgery Improve Your Mood? A group of women discuss improvement of hormonal mood swings and PTLS (Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome) after undergoing tubal reversal surgery at the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.
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