First Month on Visanne - Endometriosis

Summary

In this video, Jennifer shares her personal journey with taking *Sun Visane* (2 mg) for her endometriosis. After being diagnosed with a tumor on her ovary, she was advised to undergo surgery, but opted to try the medication first. She details the tough side effects she experienced in the first month, including weight gain, hair loss, nausea, headaches, and emotional instability. Despite the challenges, Jennifer plans to continue the medication for another few months, hoping her body will adjust. She offers support and insight for others facing similar struggles with endometriosis and its treatment.

Takeaways

• 😀 Jennifer is sharing her personal experience with taking Sun Visane (2 mg) for the first time to manage endometriosis.
• 😀 She was diagnosed with endometriosis after an endometroma (tumor) was found on her right ovary, which led to her considering surgery.
• 😀 Jennifer chose to try medication first, as doctors recommended an operation, but she hoped the pills could shrink the tumor and avoid a major surgery.
• 😀 One of her key concerns was the risk of losing her ovaries over time if the tumors reoccur in the other ovary, affecting fertility.
• 😀 Some doctors expressed doubt that the pills would work on a tumor as large as 5 cm, but Jennifer opted to try the medication for 6 months.
• 😀 The side effects of the medication started quickly and were quite intense, including increased hunger and rapid weight gain.
• 😀 Jennifer experienced hair loss during the second week, which caused her significant distress, though it subsided after a few days.
• 😀 She began spotting shortly after starting the medication, which turned into continuous light bleeding and a constant mild bloating and discomfort.
• 😀 Severe headaches, dizziness, and nausea were recurring side effects, with Jennifer even experiencing vomiting on one occasion.
• 😀 The most challenging side effect for Jennifer was her mental health, feeling emotionally vulnerable and crying unexpectedly, which she attributed to hormonal changes.
• 😀 Jennifer is considering continuing with the medication for another two months to see if her body adapts to the side effects, and she plans to update viewers on her progress.

Q & A

What is Jennifer's main health condition?

Jennifer has been diagnosed with endometriosis and an endometroma, a tumor on her right ovary.

Why was Jennifer advised to undergo surgery initially?

Jennifer was advised to undergo surgery because the tumor on her ovary was large (5 cm) and could potentially cause complications like ovarian torsion.

Why did Jennifer choose to try medication instead of immediate surgery?

Jennifer chose to try medication (Visanne) after consulting a doctor who suggested it might shrink the tumor, potentially allowing for a less invasive surgery in the future.

What was the initial reaction of other doctors to Jennifer's decision to try medication?

Most doctors were skeptical and warned that the medication might not work for a large tumor and could just delay the surgery.

What side effects did Jennifer experience during the first month of taking Visanne?

Jennifer experienced increased hunger, weight gain, hair loss, mild bleeding, headaches, nausea, and emotional vulnerability, including unexplained crying.

How did Jennifer cope with the hair loss she experienced on Visanne?

Jennifer was initially frightened by the hair loss, but after a few days, the issue subsided, and she was able to brush her hair again with minimal shedding.

What emotional side effect did Jennifer find most challenging?

The most challenging emotional side effect for Jennifer was feeling very vulnerable and crying uncontrollably, often without understanding why.

What physical symptoms did Jennifer experience alongside emotional side effects?

Physically, Jennifer experienced headaches, nausea, dizziness, and mild, ongoing bleeding, which she described as a constant feeling of bloating and discomfort.

How did Jennifer's boyfriend support her during this time?

Jennifer's boyfriend supported her by being there for her emotionally, offering comfort and reassurance as she navigated the side effects of the medication.

What is Jennifer's plan regarding the medication moving forward?

Jennifer plans to continue taking the medication for a couple of months to see if her body adapts to it. If the side effects persist, she will consult her doctor to discuss whether to stop the treatment.