Endometriosis - Lupron shots?
I was diagnosed with endometriois in March 2006 when I had a laproscopy for an ovarian cyst. My doctor suggested that I take lupron shots and I took 6 shots in 2006. My pain has reduced but I guess I am suffering from many side effects such as fatigue, loss of interest in studies, body and joint pains, weight gain etc. I have been doing Yoga for the past two months to reduce my weight and maintain my calm. I feel good immediately after doing Yoga but I don’t see any effect on my other side effects such as body pain and weight. I am desperate to lose weight because I have reflux problem and weight gain aggravates it. I can’t eat and drink as others and always feel sick because of acidity and the side effects of shots. Please help me. I am doing Ph.D in USA and feel terrible because I am not able to concentrate.
Tagged with: 6 shots • acidity • calm • desperate to lose weight • endometriois • fatigue • joint pains • laproscopy • loss of interest • lupron • ovarian cyst • weight gain • yoga
Filed under: Obesity and Ovarian Cysts
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I am sorry to hear that you are in this situation. My friend is starting to look into that shot for herself.
For the weight gain, try going to Weight Watchers. The meetings are a great support in your effort to lose the weight. Pick up a Pilates DVD. If you like Yoga you will like Pilates.
Good Luck & I hope that things go better for you!!!!
What is it you need help with? Lupron side effects will go away within a couple months after your last shot. I had the same shots over a year and it really helped prevent the endometriosis from coming back for a few years. Talk to your doctor if you are having side effects that you think are severe.
I have to admit that I was very happy to see your e-mail… I am glad that I am not alone!
I was diagnosed with Endo in November of 2005, I had surgery in May 2006, and was on Lurpron from May - November 2006. I still have some pain…mostly mild, and mostly around my period. BUT, the weight gain is ridiculous! I must have gained at least 25-30 pounds during the last 3 months of Lupron treatment. Most of the weight is around my middle–I have never had a ‘tummy’ until now! Yuck! I have NOT been able to lose the weight yet. I do admit that I am not exercising as much as I should, and am starting more exercise. I am hoping that increasing my exercise will help my metabolism. Eating less hasn’t worked either. At this point, I am truly ready to talk to my Gynecologist. I also have reflux, and that is worse as well…my meds don’t work well anymore. I also have the joint pains, especially at my knees…however, they are getting increasingly better with time.
I hope that someone will answer our call for help. At least be comforted that you are not alone. Perhaps call your Gynecologist, I know I will be doing that soon. Take Care and good luck!