Has anyone had "her Option" cryo ablation procedure done for heavy bleeding,pms, cramps. I had it done four days ago and and h

I had cryoablation yesterday, and hope that my experience will help anyone out there who is hesitating about the procedure. I was nervous anyway, but even moreso when it turned out, as luck would have it, that surgery day was also my heavy bleeding day. (My doctor explained that the only issue with performing the procedure durng menses is that it sometimes exacerbates the period symptoms.) I went ahead with the procedure, and it was smooth sailing. (30 minutes prior to the procedure I was given 10 mg. of Valium, a 60 mg. injection of Torodol (non-steroid anti-inflammatory), and 25 mg. of Phenergen for nausea.) The only real discomfort was when she had to "vacuum" me out (necessary only if you go in with your period.) I had very mild cramping after and took Darvaset only because I was scared the pain would worsen, but I was fine. Went home and slept from 1:30 to 8:30, then back to sleep for the nite at 10:30 and went to work today. I've had no pain at all; just the annoying leaking that everyone has talked about. Now I just hope I'm one of the lucky ones for whom the procedure works!

Michelle,
I would call your doc as you are having heavy clottign 2 weeks later? CALL them asap! I had the pink watery discharge for a month straight..then went away.....I am waiting for my 4th cycle since I had procedure now to start.. No change for me unfortunately! Just make sure you are ok....but sounds like its def, the start of period....but call to make sure!

Hi there. I had the Her Option procedure done on Aug 28. I have two children, both delivered vaginally. After my second, my periods got progressively worse - no cramping to speak of but unpredictable, heavy and long. Every 2-3 weeks I would start to spot for 2-3 days and then have a full on 5-7 day period, at least 2-3 of those days heavy. I chose the cryoablation because I could not go on birth control due to the side effects and didn't want the risks of hysterectomy. I feel my doctor informed me of everything I needed, both pre and post procedure.
The procedure itself was not painful but I would describe it as uncomfortable. It took about 45 minutes total freezing time - my doctor freezes in "zones" and has found that to be more successful. About 20 mins after the procedure, I experienced pain I would describe as full on labor pains. I wasn't exactly expecting that but it was over in another 30 minutes. I was able to return to work on Monday with no issues other than mild bloating. For the first week, I had the watery pink discharge and then nothing for another week. I was suspicious because I was told this would go on for 2 weeks. The 3rd week, the watery pink discharged returned. This week was relatively nothing to speak of until tonight. With no warning, a flood appeared. Every time I stand up, I feel as though the flood gates are opening. I've passed a few large clots (similar to those passed after child birth) and I'm soaking a super-overnight pad every hour or so. No cramping, thankfully. Since my cycle is very unpredictable, I only have to assume this is my first period post procedure.
I'm hopeful that having had this procedure will help over the long run. I'll check in from time to time and update my progress.

Thanks - reading these posts have been extremely helpful!
Michele O.

I had the procedure My option cyroablation done 4 years ago and it helped me tremendously. I have a fibroid the size of a lemon that has caused a lot of problems, heavy periods, cramping, clotting for the last 10 years. I had no side effects. Outpatient procedure. Back to work in three days with no problems. Cycle was light the first year or so, but gradually became normal. I do have to take oral contraception to have normal cycle. Still have cramping but nothing like it was. Would recommend before doing anything drastic like a hysterectomy. But this procedure is not recommended if you plan on having kids. Good Luck!!

I just had the procedure done yesterday September 4th 09. The procedure itself was uncomfortable but not painful. I haven't needed any pain medication at all, not even ibuoprophen. I had faint pink discharge yesterday and this morning, but nothing since and i have had a full day today. My concern is that i have had very unusual amounts of (beggin your pardons) gas. The bloating feeling also. No watery discharge at all. I'm wondering if this is normal. I thought that was a given, to expect some watery discharge. Any insights on this from anyone would be appreciated.

I had Her Option done last Thursday (Aug. 27). I had a valium and a shot for pain before the procedure. The worst part was my bladder being full and the doctor pressing on my bladder during the ultrasound. The doctors also had a difficult time inserting the probe b/c they said I had a long cervix (?). They were also monitoring my c-section scar through the ultrasound.

I have only had to take 2 pain meds (loritab) the first 24 hours w/ light, bright red watery discharge, then 2 days ago, BAM! a gush of blood like a period (I had no idea I would have a period, isn't that why I did this procedure??). My doctor did not really explain the after effects. I think I was due for my period anyhow (I am pretty irregular and had my last period sometime in July) and now I am bleeding heavy, but the clotting is not near as bad, but still a bit crampy and can't use tampons....grrrr. I hate these pads and wondering after I stop bleeding will the watery discharge come?
I have also noticed a "different" smell than usual, not bad or worse, just different, if that makes sense. I am not certain I would do this again.

dEFINITELY get it checked out.... Hope you feel better. Let us know how you are doing and keep us posted ofyour progress. Hang in there.

Hi gal,
If you have had nausea every day since call your doc! It is not normal. In the first day or two but on the sheet I received u have to call if you experience any bad side effects like the nausea you are describing!

Hi Alison! thanks for replying. I hope it gets better...3 down 3 more months to really see what will come of this. If not, maybe hysterectomy down road...I do not intend to keep having these horrid heavy periods til I am 80 lol.