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[pricey]

Hi ladies,

Sorry to post again. I've had so much support about my upcoming hysteroscopy and appreciate this so much. I've waited 14 weeks (considered non urgent by GP) but in recent weeks have been through the mill having had Covid and still trying to recover strength. On top of this there have been many stresses (I'm a keyworker and have worked throughout in a challenging role) including family worries on top of my ongoing bleeding issues and anaemia. I am doing everything in my power to be mindful - I'm usually pretty good at managing my anxiety, but I'm increasingly low, tearful and anxious and really struggling emotionally.  I've barely been out since having Covid and recovering and even going to the corner shop feels like a mammoth effort,  so the hysteroscopy couldn't have come at a worse time.  I'm exhausted and don't know what to do.  What do I prioritise? I feel I should be honest with my doctor and take her advice? I don't want to delay unnecessarily but I am also wary of pushing myself through this when I feel so unlike myself. To cap it all my period is due next week and the hospital leaflet said the procedure is often not possible during a heavy bleed. If I thought I could defer for a couple of weeks while I address my energy and emotional needs that would help, however I'm wary i could be waiting much longer (and this will also cause worry). My doctor did say if the hospital cancelled the procedure she could get involved if it was deferred for too long. I'm not sure she would feel the same if it was me who cancelled. I told her last week my anxiety was bad and my mood very low. She said this is likely due to the stress and the fact I'm no longer on HRT. She asked if I felt I needed anything for it, but I'm really reluctant to take medication when hormonal fluctuations are the likely culprits.

Any advice appreciated.

X

[CLKD]

Well - even though you know your mental health is being affected by hormones, what's wrong with taking appropriate anti-anxiety medication for 3-4 months until your find an HRT that helps the hormone upheaval?

Without my medication I wouldn't be here.  MayB ring the dept and discuss what they would like you to do knowing that a period might happen?  If they defer the appt. can be given to someone else, also they may be able to rebook yours.

[pricey]

CKLD and Avalon, thank you for your kind and caring replies. I can see the logic in both and yes, ideally, I'd like to get it out of the way. I just don't know how best to approach how I'm feeling - ring the department or try to get a telephone appointment with my GP? If I push myself through it despite how I'm feeling (and if bleeding permits) and it goes ok, all well and good, but if I have a bad experience, I don't know what I'll do. I don't think it helps that the appointment has no named consultant, just 'nurse' and came with a leaflet with 'hysteroscopy clinic' circled and directions to look the guidance up online. All very clinical which my GP put down to the current climate (the leaflets were dated well before 2020 so I personally think this is standard practice). I barely slept last night and even just a walk to the local shop has me in almost full blown panic mode. I'm still very below par following being sick with Covid.

Thanks for listening.

X

[Deeble]

Hi Pricey
I was extremely anxious before my recent hysteroscopy- Jan 15.
After advice from ladies on here I called the clinic and asked about procedure, pain relief etc. Reception got nurse to call me back (within half an hour). She went through the procedure and reassured me. I would call the clinic if I were you. Talk to a real person. Ask who will do the procedure. Check out all your queries - write them down first in order of priority. If you are left with any worries, call your gp and see if they are able to reassure you. If you can have it, then I would try to get it behind you. Tell everyone how you're feeling and then they know to look after you. Sending you a big hug. X

[CLKD]

The leaflet will be printed way B4 C-19.  A lot of services have been side-lined into looking after severely ill patients, others however are continuing under safe regulations.   If you don't ring the Dept you won't find out = continuing worries.

Let us know how you get on. 

[pricey]

Thanks lovely ladies, you're so supportive. Yes, Avalon,  we have the Montgomery guidelines and this clinic has already fallen short of those. You're right, no matter how bad I'm feeling, I should make sure I am offered choices so I can give informed consent.  Ironically in my life and work I always fight for others' rights but tend to be less forceful about my own. Yes, the end to this bleeding would be a huge relief,  I just wish the procedure could have happened weeks ago before I'd had to go through several more ordeals. It's odd how we feel the need to push ourselves through mental anguish, yet if I'd tested positive for Covid this week rather than 3 weeks or so ago, I'd have had no choice but to cancel and reschedule. I will contact the department,  ask the questions and see what comes back. Will also see if I can get an appointment with my Dr for early next week. I feel terrible,  but one day at a time. Will keep you posted.

 

[CLKD]

When I was several depressed I couldn't ask for anything ......... it was the receptionist that noted I was on the edge and ushered me into the GP room between patients.