I have extreme cramping 2 days before and also the first day of my period- I take Ponstel for it because that is the only thing that makes it bearable. I have somewhat heavy bleeding for the first few days- this ***** because due to slight pelvic prolapse, tampons don't stay put well. I also have migraines that are related to my hormone cycle (both ovulation and menstruation)- about 8 of them a month. Also, due to having 3 kids- I have very poor bladder control and need surgery to repair it.
Because of ALL the hormonal issues going on- does it make more sense to get a hysterectomy and have them repair my bladder also? Otherwise, I think I am looking at ALOT of other surgical procedures. Someone suggested Mirena but I don't know how much that would help with cramping, and if I would still ovulate with that. I am terrified of menopause that would be certainly brought on by the hysterectomy, but every month I end up in so much pain that I wonder if that would be better than this pain. Also, I have tried birth control pills but the ones that are taken for 90 days at a time sent my migraines into overdrive, and I still had extreme cramping. I am on monthly BC pills currently and it does help with ovulation but still have very bad cramps and periods.
I am 35, done having kids, and birth control isn't really a issue as my husband was snipped already.