Birth Control Options after Tram Flap?

Nissi

Hi I am new to this site.

I am 46 and have never used birth control before, I have had a tram flap reconstruction (pedicled) done after a mastectomy.  Has anyone heard of the essure birth control procedure if it is possible to have this procedure after major abdonminal surgery?  I am waiting for some advice from my gyno but was wondering if anyone out there has had this done? Thanks for your help.

Nissi

sandpiper1

I had a Mirena IUD. I was so sad to have it removed as I did not have many periods while on it.

I just had the Essure placed in December. Done outpatient surgery under sedation. Very quick. Some cramping in recovery, but well controled with 2 doses of IV Fentanyl. Had motrin prior to going home and had nothing else for pain there after. Spotting x1 or 2 days. No pain with periods. I had my follow up HSG in April (hysterosalpingogram). Took 800mg motrin prior to procedure. Wasn't that bad except for when they inflated the catheter-so the doc deflated it and held it in place while performing the procedure. Official word is the tubes are blocked. YEAH!. Easiest thing I did during this entire BC trip.

Nissi

Thanks for your information, very helpful.

sandpiper1

YVW Nissi. I forgot to mention that my Gyne Doc got a coil from the rep so I could "wear" it against my skin for a few days to check for a reaction. I am 'reactive' to almost every thing these days. It is comprised of nickel but mostly Titanium (which I know I can tolerate). I placed it on my abdomen above all of my abd work and secured it with a small square of opsite (the clear dressing). Obviously I had no reaction so I went ahead with the procedure.

Good luck and if you have anymore ?s please feel free to PM me.

xoxo piper

Nissi

Piper, thank you so much for the wonderful information.  

I will let you know if I have any questions after seeing my gyno for a consult on 5/21

Nissi