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Misinformed?

Thanks to everyone that posted or emailed a response to my post. I did have the operation yesterday. Today, other than feeling groggy and sore, I feel okay. Everything I read about tubals indicated virtually no side effects. I only found this site a little more than 24 hours before my surgery, and I didn't read anything but the posts. I had no idea that tubals could cause these kinds of problems. My mother, who had one twenty years ago, said hers never gave her any problem. Of course, she also really wanted me to do this, so I doubt she would have said anything negative anyway. Before, I honestly felt like I was making an informed decision, but now I don't know. Anyway, it really is too late, so now I intend to fully educate myself on any negative symptoms I may experience. I have a return visit with my OB in two weeks. If anyone could email me and give some suggestions as to what questions I should ask her I would really appreciate it. My OB was wonderful during my high risk preganancy, but concerning the tubal she only informed me that they could grow back, not that I may experience any other side effects. I feel like I made an honest attempt to educate myself about this operation, but like I said, the majority of what I read was positive. I can't help but feel a little upset that any negative aspects weren't discussed with me by my doctor, who I put all my trust in. Anyway, thank you all for supporting me, and hopefully if this turns out to be a negative experience I can continue to draw on this support.

Posted on May 7, 1999, 4:36 PM

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