Guest guest Posted January 21, 2004 Report Share Posted January 21, 2004 --- Yes. This has happened to me. I have to go to the bathroom all the time and when I get there nothing happens. I have started having a monthly every 2 wks. The doctors said it was because of my sudden weight loss. In Gastric_Bypass_Family , " Jo " <maryjow@f...> wrote: > Ok, I'm not sure if anyone else has this problem or not.... > > I'm just about 1 yr. post op after a Roux-en Y and I'm down 100 > pounds. I've had trouble since before Thanksgiving with a feeling > that I have bladder infection or something. Feels like I always > have to go to the restroom but then only go a small amount, happens > even 1/2 hour after I just went. I also recently have problems with > even using a tampon, doesn't feel like there's enough room for one. > Relations with my husband are also uncomfortable in certain > positions. I've also started having periods every 2 weeks! > > I was put on antibiotics (did nothing) and have back and forth to > Dr. 4 times. Had a pelvic ultrasound that showed some fibroids on > the cervix and in the uterus but largest was 13 mm. so not big > enough to cause pressure on the bladder. Was sent to a urologist > today and he didn't exam me, see any test results or anything but > told me that my problem was due to lot of weight loss in the past > year and that I've lost about 5 pounds of fat that was surrounding > the uterus so without that it's not " cushioning " any longer and when > it presses against my bladder, it makes me feel like I always have > to go. He said that I should wait 6 months to a year and see if > things " settle down " . He feels that things will tone up and be > better then and that I shouldn't expect to have everything be normal > after having this type of surgery. (I'm still upset at him, can you > tell?) > > In my mind, I keep thinking that things have " fallen " and need > tightened up or something but I can't seem to find anyone that > thinks what I'm dealing with is abnormal. It feels like I'm having > bladder spasms several times a day and it's very uncomfortable. He > says that women who lose alot of weight have extra estrogen and that > can make you stop having periods. My problem is not that I'm > stopping having periods, it's that I have them much more frequently. > > Help, anybody else having these kind of problems? Thanks, MJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2004 Report Share Posted January 21, 2004 --- Yes. This has happened to me. I have to go to the bathroom all the time and when I get there nothing happens. I have started having a monthly every 2 wks. The doctors said it was because of my sudden weight loss. In Gastric_Bypass_Family , " Jo " <maryjow@f...> wrote: > Ok, I'm not sure if anyone else has this problem or not.... > > I'm just about 1 yr. post op after a Roux-en Y and I'm down 100 > pounds. I've had trouble since before Thanksgiving with a feeling > that I have bladder infection or something. Feels like I always > have to go to the restroom but then only go a small amount, happens > even 1/2 hour after I just went. I also recently have problems with > even using a tampon, doesn't feel like there's enough room for one. > Relations with my husband are also uncomfortable in certain > positions. I've also started having periods every 2 weeks! > > I was put on antibiotics (did nothing) and have back and forth to > Dr. 4 times. Had a pelvic ultrasound that showed some fibroids on > the cervix and in the uterus but largest was 13 mm. so not big > enough to cause pressure on the bladder. Was sent to a urologist > today and he didn't exam me, see any test results or anything but > told me that my problem was due to lot of weight loss in the past > year and that I've lost about 5 pounds of fat that was surrounding > the uterus so without that it's not " cushioning " any longer and when > it presses against my bladder, it makes me feel like I always have > to go. He said that I should wait 6 months to a year and see if > things " settle down " . He feels that things will tone up and be > better then and that I shouldn't expect to have everything be normal > after having this type of surgery. (I'm still upset at him, can you > tell?) > > In my mind, I keep thinking that things have " fallen " and need > tightened up or something but I can't seem to find anyone that > thinks what I'm dealing with is abnormal. It feels like I'm having > bladder spasms several times a day and it's very uncomfortable. He > says that women who lose alot of weight have extra estrogen and that > can make you stop having periods. My problem is not that I'm > stopping having periods, it's that I have them much more frequently. > > Help, anybody else having these kind of problems? Thanks, MJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2004 Report Share Posted January 21, 2004 I believe your experience is pretty normal for WLS patients. Everything will sag, inside and out! I too experienced my periods being 2 weeks long every 2 weeks. This lasted for several month's. Now my periods are normal but I still am getting the 'heavy' down there feeling like things are falling out, etc. My bladder feels like it could get tightened up higher and everything else along with it could use a face lift. Yep, things are spasming, lower back pain from the excess front skin too. It seems like you are doing the right things by going to the doctor though. Keep it all documented because when you are ready, you will have a great chance of getting the insurance to pay for reconstructive surgery because of the medical necessity you are now experiencing and will continue to do so. I already began my documenting with my PCP. She knows my back is hurting, I occasionally have stress incontenance after it had gone away for a while... now it' back cus of all the sagging. I'm getting more cramping too. Anyhow, I hope this helps and by the way.... you are doing incredible!!! Keep up the good work. ORNY 4/28/03 283/185/130 Female Problems! Ok, I'm not sure if anyone else has this problem or not.... I'm just about 1 yr. post op after a Roux-en Y and I'm down 100 pounds. I've had trouble since before Thanksgiving with a feeling that I have bladder infection or something. Feels like I always have to go to the restroom but then only go a small amount, happens even 1/2 hour after I just went. I also recently have problems with even using a tampon, doesn't feel like there's enough room for one. Relations with my husband are also uncomfortable in certain positions. I've also started having periods every 2 weeks! I was put on antibiotics (did nothing) and have back and forth to Dr. 4 times. Had a pelvic ultrasound that showed some fibroids on the cervix and in the uterus but largest was 13 mm. so not big enough to cause pressure on the bladder. Was sent to a urologist today and he didn't exam me, see any test results or anything but told me that my problem was due to lot of weight loss in the past year and that I've lost about 5 pounds of fat that was surrounding the uterus so without that it's not " cushioning " any longer and when it presses against my bladder, it makes me feel like I always have to go. He said that I should wait 6 months to a year and see if things " settle down " . He feels that things will tone up and be better then and that I shouldn't expect to have everything be normal after having this type of surgery. (I'm still upset at him, can you tell?) In my mind, I keep thinking that things have " fallen " and need tightened up or something but I can't seem to find anyone that thinks what I'm dealing with is abnormal. It feels like I'm having bladder spasms several times a day and it's very uncomfortable. He says that women who lose alot of weight have extra estrogen and that can make you stop having periods. My problem is not that I'm stopping having periods, it's that I have them much more frequently. Help, anybody else having these kind of problems? Thanks, MJ _____ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2004 Report Share Posted January 21, 2004 I believe your experience is pretty normal for WLS patients. Everything will sag, inside and out! I too experienced my periods being 2 weeks long every 2 weeks. This lasted for several month's. Now my periods are normal but I still am getting the 'heavy' down there feeling like things are falling out, etc. My bladder feels like it could get tightened up higher and everything else along with it could use a face lift. Yep, things are spasming, lower back pain from the excess front skin too. It seems like you are doing the right things by going to the doctor though. Keep it all documented because when you are ready, you will have a great chance of getting the insurance to pay for reconstructive surgery because of the medical necessity you are now experiencing and will continue to do so. I already began my documenting with my PCP. She knows my back is hurting, I occasionally have stress incontenance after it had gone away for a while... now it' back cus of all the sagging. I'm getting more cramping too. Anyhow, I hope this helps and by the way.... you are doing incredible!!! Keep up the good work. ORNY 4/28/03 283/185/130 Female Problems! Ok, I'm not sure if anyone else has this problem or not.... I'm just about 1 yr. post op after a Roux-en Y and I'm down 100 pounds. I've had trouble since before Thanksgiving with a feeling that I have bladder infection or something. Feels like I always have to go to the restroom but then only go a small amount, happens even 1/2 hour after I just went. I also recently have problems with even using a tampon, doesn't feel like there's enough room for one. Relations with my husband are also uncomfortable in certain positions. I've also started having periods every 2 weeks! I was put on antibiotics (did nothing) and have back and forth to Dr. 4 times. Had a pelvic ultrasound that showed some fibroids on the cervix and in the uterus but largest was 13 mm. so not big enough to cause pressure on the bladder. Was sent to a urologist today and he didn't exam me, see any test results or anything but told me that my problem was due to lot of weight loss in the past year and that I've lost about 5 pounds of fat that was surrounding the uterus so without that it's not " cushioning " any longer and when it presses against my bladder, it makes me feel like I always have to go. He said that I should wait 6 months to a year and see if things " settle down " . He feels that things will tone up and be better then and that I shouldn't expect to have everything be normal after having this type of surgery. (I'm still upset at him, can you tell?) In my mind, I keep thinking that things have " fallen " and need tightened up or something but I can't seem to find anyone that thinks what I'm dealing with is abnormal. It feels like I'm having bladder spasms several times a day and it's very uncomfortable. He says that women who lose alot of weight have extra estrogen and that can make you stop having periods. My problem is not that I'm stopping having periods, it's that I have them much more frequently. Help, anybody else having these kind of problems? Thanks, MJ _____ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2004 Report Share Posted January 21, 2004 I have the same problem and I have not had WLS (first consult 2-2- 04). This is gross but I actually felt something protruding when I went wipe after I peed. Also when the other bodily function occurs I have to push between the to areas for it to happen (sorry to be so graphic). I went to a pelvic reconstructive surgeon and he said that DUE to the excess weight it was causing the two conditions; uterine prolapse and rectocele. He said that he could reconstruct all affected areas but it would probably have to be redone again in a short while because of my weight. He also said that if I lost, even a small amount of, weight it should improve a lot. I do have regular periods though. I am so confused, it seems like every doctor you see has a different opinion on everything. It makes me be a skeptical patient. I am so sick of dealing with the peeing all over everything not to mention the other problem...I was just thinking this would help if not eliminate the problem. Looks like it might not. I will be sure to discuss it with Dr. Hart at the consult. > Ok, I'm not sure if anyone else has this problem or not.... > > I'm just about 1 yr. post op after a Roux-en Y and I'm down 100 > pounds. I've had trouble since before Thanksgiving with a feeling > that I have bladder infection or something. Feels like I always > have to go to the restroom but then only go a small amount, happens > even 1/2 hour after I just went. I also recently have problems with > even using a tampon, doesn't feel like there's enough room for one. > Relations with my husband are also uncomfortable in certain > positions. I've also started having periods every 2 weeks! > > I was put on antibiotics (did nothing) and have back and forth to > Dr. 4 times. Had a pelvic ultrasound that showed some fibroids on > the cervix and in the uterus but largest was 13 mm. so not big > enough to cause pressure on the bladder. Was sent to a urologist > today and he didn't exam me, see any test results or anything but > told me that my problem was due to lot of weight loss in the past > year and that I've lost about 5 pounds of fat that was surrounding > the uterus so without that it's not " cushioning " any longer and when > it presses against my bladder, it makes me feel like I always have > to go. He said that I should wait 6 months to a year and see if > things " settle down " . He feels that things will tone up and be > better then and that I shouldn't expect to have everything be normal > after having this type of surgery. (I'm still upset at him, can you > tell?) > > In my mind, I keep thinking that things have " fallen " and need > tightened up or something but I can't seem to find anyone that > thinks what I'm dealing with is abnormal. It feels like I'm having > bladder spasms several times a day and it's very uncomfortable. He > says that women who lose alot of weight have extra estrogen and that > can make you stop having periods. My problem is not that I'm > stopping having periods, it's that I have them much more frequently. > > Help, anybody else having these kind of problems? Thanks, MJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2004 Report Share Posted January 21, 2004 I have the same problem and I have not had WLS (first consult 2-2- 04). This is gross but I actually felt something protruding when I went wipe after I peed. Also when the other bodily function occurs I have to push between the to areas for it to happen (sorry to be so graphic). I went to a pelvic reconstructive surgeon and he said that DUE to the excess weight it was causing the two conditions; uterine prolapse and rectocele. He said that he could reconstruct all affected areas but it would probably have to be redone again in a short while because of my weight. He also said that if I lost, even a small amount of, weight it should improve a lot. I do have regular periods though. I am so confused, it seems like every doctor you see has a different opinion on everything. It makes me be a skeptical patient. I am so sick of dealing with the peeing all over everything not to mention the other problem...I was just thinking this would help if not eliminate the problem. Looks like it might not. I will be sure to discuss it with Dr. Hart at the consult. > Ok, I'm not sure if anyone else has this problem or not.... > > I'm just about 1 yr. post op after a Roux-en Y and I'm down 100 > pounds. I've had trouble since before Thanksgiving with a feeling > that I have bladder infection or something. Feels like I always > have to go to the restroom but then only go a small amount, happens > even 1/2 hour after I just went. I also recently have problems with > even using a tampon, doesn't feel like there's enough room for one. > Relations with my husband are also uncomfortable in certain > positions. I've also started having periods every 2 weeks! > > I was put on antibiotics (did nothing) and have back and forth to > Dr. 4 times. Had a pelvic ultrasound that showed some fibroids on > the cervix and in the uterus but largest was 13 mm. so not big > enough to cause pressure on the bladder. Was sent to a urologist > today and he didn't exam me, see any test results or anything but > told me that my problem was due to lot of weight loss in the past > year and that I've lost about 5 pounds of fat that was surrounding > the uterus so without that it's not " cushioning " any longer and when > it presses against my bladder, it makes me feel like I always have > to go. He said that I should wait 6 months to a year and see if > things " settle down " . He feels that things will tone up and be > better then and that I shouldn't expect to have everything be normal > after having this type of surgery. (I'm still upset at him, can you > tell?) > > In my mind, I keep thinking that things have " fallen " and need > tightened up or something but I can't seem to find anyone that > thinks what I'm dealing with is abnormal. It feels like I'm having > bladder spasms several times a day and it's very uncomfortable. He > says that women who lose alot of weight have extra estrogen and that > can make you stop having periods. My problem is not that I'm > stopping having periods, it's that I have them much more frequently. > > Help, anybody else having these kind of problems? Thanks, MJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 Call the Dr back and have him run a blood culture and WBC. This will tell if ther eis an infection (WBC evelated) AND if it is located inthe urinary tract (Urine culture) Consider also going to a Gynocologist. Your problems may be seeted in GYN area, not Urology. > Ok, I'm not sure if anyone else has this problem or not.... > > I'm just about 1 yr. post op after a Roux-en Y and I'm down 100 > pounds. I've had trouble since before Thanksgiving with a feeling > that I have bladder infection or something. Feels like I always > have to go to the restroom but then only go a small amount, happens > even 1/2 hour after I just went. I also recently have problems with > even using a tampon, doesn't feel like there's enough room for one. > Relations with my husband are also uncomfortable in certain > positions. I've also started having periods every 2 weeks! > > I was put on antibiotics (did nothing) and have back and forth to > Dr. 4 times. Had a pelvic ultrasound that showed some fibroids on > the cervix and in the uterus but largest was 13 mm. so not big > enough to cause pressure on the bladder. Was sent to a urologist > today and he didn't exam me, see any test results or anything but > told me that my problem was due to lot of weight loss in the past > year and that I've lost about 5 pounds of fat that was surrounding > the uterus so without that it's not " cushioning " any longer and when > it presses against my bladder, it makes me feel like I always have > to go. He said that I should wait 6 months to a year and see if > things " settle down " . He feels that things will tone up and be > better then and that I shouldn't expect to have everything be normal > after having this type of surgery. (I'm still upset at him, can you > tell?) > > In my mind, I keep thinking that things have " fallen " and need > tightened up or something but I can't seem to find anyone that > thinks what I'm dealing with is abnormal. It feels like I'm having > bladder spasms several times a day and it's very uncomfortable. He > says that women who lose alot of weight have extra estrogen and that > can make you stop having periods. My problem is not that I'm > stopping having periods, it's that I have them much more frequently. > > Help, anybody else having these kind of problems? Thanks, MJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 Call the Dr back and have him run a blood culture and WBC. This will tell if ther eis an infection (WBC evelated) AND if it is located inthe urinary tract (Urine culture) Consider also going to a Gynocologist. Your problems may be seeted in GYN area, not Urology. > Ok, I'm not sure if anyone else has this problem or not.... > > I'm just about 1 yr. post op after a Roux-en Y and I'm down 100 > pounds. I've had trouble since before Thanksgiving with a feeling > that I have bladder infection or something. Feels like I always > have to go to the restroom but then only go a small amount, happens > even 1/2 hour after I just went. I also recently have problems with > even using a tampon, doesn't feel like there's enough room for one. > Relations with my husband are also uncomfortable in certain > positions. I've also started having periods every 2 weeks! > > I was put on antibiotics (did nothing) and have back and forth to > Dr. 4 times. Had a pelvic ultrasound that showed some fibroids on > the cervix and in the uterus but largest was 13 mm. so not big > enough to cause pressure on the bladder. Was sent to a urologist > today and he didn't exam me, see any test results or anything but > told me that my problem was due to lot of weight loss in the past > year and that I've lost about 5 pounds of fat that was surrounding > the uterus so without that it's not " cushioning " any longer and when > it presses against my bladder, it makes me feel like I always have > to go. He said that I should wait 6 months to a year and see if > things " settle down " . He feels that things will tone up and be > better then and that I shouldn't expect to have everything be normal > after having this type of surgery. (I'm still upset at him, can you > tell?) > > In my mind, I keep thinking that things have " fallen " and need > tightened up or something but I can't seem to find anyone that > thinks what I'm dealing with is abnormal. It feels like I'm having > bladder spasms several times a day and it's very uncomfortable. He > says that women who lose alot of weight have extra estrogen and that > can make you stop having periods. My problem is not that I'm > stopping having periods, it's that I have them much more frequently. > > Help, anybody else having these kind of problems? Thanks, MJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 mary jo, 1st, congrats on joining the century club. 2nd, your doc's assertions about " things not being normal after wls " are ludicrous, sounds mighty lackadaisical, get another opinion. find someone w/ the energy to delve into some solutions for ya. lori h. > He said that I should wait 6 months to a year and see if > things " settle down " . He feels that things will tone up and be > better then and that I shouldn't expect to have everything be normal > after having this type of surgery. (I'm still upset at him, can you > tell?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 mary jo, 1st, congrats on joining the century club. 2nd, your doc's assertions about " things not being normal after wls " are ludicrous, sounds mighty lackadaisical, get another opinion. find someone w/ the energy to delve into some solutions for ya. lori h. > He said that I should wait 6 months to a year and see if > things " settle down " . He feels that things will tone up and be > better then and that I shouldn't expect to have everything be normal > after having this type of surgery. (I'm still upset at him, can you > tell?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 hi jamie. continue being proactive, have a list of ?s for your surgeon, hopefully you'll get an answer. lori h. > I have the same problem and I have not had WLS (first consult 2-2- > 04). > I am so confused, it seems like every doctor you see has a different > opinion on everything. It makes me be a skeptical patient. I am so > sick of dealing with the peeing all over everything not to mention > the other problem...I was just thinking this would help if not > eliminate the problem. Looks like it might not. > > I will be sure to discuss it with Dr. Hart at the consult. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 hi jamie. continue being proactive, have a list of ?s for your surgeon, hopefully you'll get an answer. lori h. > I have the same problem and I have not had WLS (first consult 2-2- > 04). > I am so confused, it seems like every doctor you see has a different > opinion on everything. It makes me be a skeptical patient. I am so > sick of dealing with the peeing all over everything not to mention > the other problem...I was just thinking this would help if not > eliminate the problem. Looks like it might not. > > I will be sure to discuss it with Dr. Hart at the consult. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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