Will I lose weight after endometrial ablation?

After the procedure, will I see weight loss? Endometrial ablation does not affect a patient's weight.
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How long will I be bloating after endometrial ablation?

After endometrial ablation most women feel the same as after a D & C. There may be mild, crampy, lower abdominal pain or mild abdominal bloating for a few days. There is usually minimal discomfort.
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How long does it take to heal after endometrial ablation?

You may have cramps and vaginal bleeding for several days. You may also have watery vaginal discharge mixed with blood for a few days. It may take a few days to 2 weeks to recover.
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What happens to your body after an ablation?

It shouldn't take you long to heal from an ablation. Most women are back to their normal routine within a few days. You may have some cramping and bleeding for a few days and a watery or bloody discharge for up to 3 weeks. It's also common to have nausea and an urge to pee for the first 24 hours.
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Does an ablation mess up your hormones?

It will not affect your own hormones in any way and will not resolve hormonal symptoms like mood swings, bloating, and breast tenderness. Ablation does not provide contraception and you should not get pregnant after an ablation, so consider how you wish to prevent pregnancy following your procedure.
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Does endometrial ablation help with bloating?

Advanced Endometrial Ablation at The Ashford Center stops premenstrual bloating by gently removing the lining of the uterus, which means no more periods or bloating!
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What are the benefits of endometrial ablation?

It provides relief to women who suffer from heavy bleeding during their periods and is becoming more commonly used for the treatment of menorrhagia and dysmenorrhea. The endometrial ablation procedure can also be used to reduce the symptoms of endometriosis, which frequently causes heavy, irregular and painful periods.
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Does an endometrial ablation cause weight gain?

Endometrial ablation won't make you gain or lose weight.
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How will I feel after endometrial ablation?

It is normal to have vaginal bleeding for a few days after the procedure. You may also have a watery-bloody discharge for several weeks. You may have strong cramping, nausea, vomiting, or the need to urinate often for the first few days after the procedure. Cramping may continue for a longer time.
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What are the long term side effects of endometrial ablation?

Any bleeding from persistent or regenerating endometrium behind the scar may be obstructed and cause problems such as central hematometra, cornual hematometra, postablation tubal sterilization syndrome, retrograde menstruation, and potential delay in the diagnosis of endometrial cancer.
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Can endometrial ablation cause mood swings?

A neuroactive peptide emitted by the degenerating endometrium causes changes to the vasculature of the Limbic System, which affects mood. Mood swings are nearly always perceived as being negative and burdensome, and they stop after Advanced Endometrial Ablation at The Ashford Center.
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Can I exercise after endometrial ablation?

Activity: You may resume your normal daily activities. You may find that you tire more easily as a result of the surgery and anesthesia. It is best to avoid strenuous activity or sports for about one week after surgery, although there are no specific restrictions on activity.
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Is endometrial ablation major surgery?

Endometrial ablation is a treatment for menorrhagia (abnormally heavy menstrual bleeding). Endometrial ablation is a common but major surgery with significant risks and potential complications. You may have less invasive treatment options.
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What is Endo belly?

Endo belly is the colloquial term for abdominal distension caused by endometriosis. Unlike the short-term bloating that sometimes accompanies your period, endo belly is much more severe, triggering physical, mental, and emotional symptoms.
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Does your uterus swell after an ablation?

These are warning signs of infections or complications after your endometrial ablation: A fever. Increased pain and swelling after a few days.
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What is your first period like after a uterine ablation?

Most patients have a pinkish and watery discharge for up to a month or so. In rare cases, the first period after the ablation is heavy, but this will begin to improve thereafter. You should seek medical help if you develop a fever, pelvic pain not relieved by ibuprofen, vomiting, or a greenish discharge.
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Which is better hysterectomy or ablation?

Laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy is superior to endometrial ablation in terms of clinical effectiveness and has a similar proportion of complications, but takes longer to perform and is associated with a longer recovery.
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Does endometrial ablation affect menopause?

Can endometrial ablation cause early menopause? No, endometrial ablation affects only the endometrial lining preventing it to bleed. Your ovaries continue to function normally so your hormonal status is not changing and you won't go into menopause early due to that.
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Does ablation cause dryness?

Side effects of the medication include vaginal dryness, hot flashes, and night sweats. The effects will go away once the medication is out of your system. Ablation is a short procedure. It is done as outpatient surgery in most cases.
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Is an endometrial ablation worth it?

For many women, endometrial ablation is a good option because it is minimally invasive and avoids chronic medication use. Endometrial ablation can reduce abnormal bleeding or stop bleeding completely by destroying the lining of the uterus, or the endometrium, through high levels of heat.
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How many years does uterine ablation last?

The effects are believed to be permanent but in some women especially those who had this procedure under age of 40years, menstruation may return. If that happens, your gynaecologist may consider a second procedure or will advise you about other alternative treatment including hysterectomy.
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Do you still get period pain after an ablation?

After the procedure

After endometrial ablation, you might experience: Cramps. You may have menstrual-like cramps for a few days. Over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen can help relieve cramping.
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Will ablation stop periods?

The procedure works by ablating (destroying) the tissue in the lining of the uterus, which is called the endometrium. Because the endometrium is the tissue that causes bleeding, destroying this tissue may reduce menstrual bleeding to normal or lighter levels.
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Which is better IUD or ablation?

In randomized trials comparing an IUD with endometrial ablation and hysterectomy, "the procedure that always wins is IUD insertion," Ghomi said. "It's reversible, it can be removed without difficulty," he said.
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Who should not have an endometrial ablation?

Endometrial ablation should not be done in women who are past menopause and is not recommended for those with the following medical conditions: Disorders of the uterus or endometrium. Endometrial hyperplasia. Cancer of the uterus.
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