Lupron
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stephanies
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Lupron
Have any women had any success reducing pain with Lupron injections or pain reduction with the onset of menopause? I understand how the Lupron could help if endometriosis is the real cuprit behind pain, but I wonder if eliminating the monthly cycle and hormonal changes can decrease pain. I have tried to determine in my pain is cyclical without much success. Any input is appreciated!
PN started 2004 from fall. Surgery with Filler Nov. 2006, Dr. Campbell April 2007. Pain decreased by 85% in 2008 (rectal and sitting pain resolved completely), pain returned in 12/13. Pain reduced significantly beginning around 11/23.
Re: Lupron
Hi Stephanie,
I do not have endo, but have ceased with periods about 18 mos ago. I have had PN pain for a little over 3 yrs now and I can say nothing changed with or without periods.
Debbie
I do not have endo, but have ceased with periods about 18 mos ago. I have had PN pain for a little over 3 yrs now and I can say nothing changed with or without periods.
Debbie
Vag pain, leg burning 3/11, SIJ inj 7/11, Pelvic PT, Chiro/acupuncture,
2-CT pudendal blks 11/2012, did help, less deep vag pain
Potter MRI 04/2012 - Scar tissue/thickening at SS/ST, scar in Alcock canal -bilateral,
Hibner 6/12 suggests Botox (didnt do), 8/12 more pelvic PT w/ dry needling
Gabapentin 1800 mg, Lyrica 200 mg, 5mg valium, vicodin as needed
Trying to get rid of central sensitization burning pain in my legs, Valium seems to be helping
Looking into more mindfulness options. . . . .
2-CT pudendal blks 11/2012, did help, less deep vag pain
Potter MRI 04/2012 - Scar tissue/thickening at SS/ST, scar in Alcock canal -bilateral,
Hibner 6/12 suggests Botox (didnt do), 8/12 more pelvic PT w/ dry needling
Gabapentin 1800 mg, Lyrica 200 mg, 5mg valium, vicodin as needed
Trying to get rid of central sensitization burning pain in my legs, Valium seems to be helping
Looking into more mindfulness options. . . . .
Re: Lupron
I took Lupron for endometriosis for close to a year and it had no effect whatsoever on my PN pain. It is a very powerful estrogen suppressant with many adverse side effects so please consider it carefully before trying it.
Athlete until pain started in 2001. Diagnosed with PN in Nov. 2010. Probable cause: 3 difficult labors, 5 pelvic surgeries for endometriosis, and undiagnosed hip injuries. 60% better after 3 rounds of shockwave therapy in Cornwall, Ontario (Dec - Feb/12). 99% better after bilateral hip scopes for FAI and labral tears (April and July/12). Pelvic pain life coach Lorraine Faendrich helped me overcome the mind/body connection to chronic pain: http://www.radiantlifedesign.com
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stephanies
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Re: Lupron
Thank you for the responses. My doctor knows someone whose PN was closely tied to her cycle and she was helped tremendously by Lupron. The more I read about the side effects, however, the more I fear it will worsen the situation.
PN started 2004 from fall. Surgery with Filler Nov. 2006, Dr. Campbell April 2007. Pain decreased by 85% in 2008 (rectal and sitting pain resolved completely), pain returned in 12/13. Pain reduced significantly beginning around 11/23.