I had a laparoscopy myomectomy in June 2021. I had 6 fibroids and they made my life hell. My flow was extremely heavy and painful I resorted to using diapers instead of pads I would literally change it every 2 hrs. Fast forward January 2022 my flow is very light now, anemia, pain, huge clots during periods are gone. I spotted lightly for 5months post myomectomy however I’m very happy now. Everything is back to normal. Trying for a baby now. Please keep me in your prayers

@princessjay8050

2 жыл бұрын

I had the same surgery but my sex drive is now NON EXISTENT 🤯😰

@tryingoutgravity

7 ай бұрын

@@princessjay8050try macaroni powder 😅

@tryingoutgravity

7 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing a success story, so many in comments on KZread saying they grew back. So discouraging.

I had a open myomectomy in July and the depression is real! I finally "came out of it" at the end of November. I'm much better now by exercising regularly, resting, getting in The Word /prayer and therapy , changed me for the better.

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Omg love! I really didn’t know this was as common as it is. I’m so glad you’re feeling better!

@GoGo..

2 жыл бұрын

@@veryvanessa The doctors didn't warn me about it either. (Typical! 😮‍💨). They're approach to it was equivalent to getting your teeth pulled. I truly think it's tied to almost post pardum depression in that, if your uterus experiences trauma (surgeries, births, etc.), one of side affects is depression. Post-Op care should really include not just the body but also mind & soul.

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

This is FACTS! It really upsets me that women go through this without knowing it could happen. They require counseling for invasive procedures like gastric sleeves. It should definitely be apart of post op care.

@Lucy-ql7tt

2 жыл бұрын

I'm going through the same thing:( it's definitely real. I wish I knew beforehand.

@try2justbe

9 ай бұрын

​@Lucy-ql7tt would you have gone through the surgery if you knew?

I had the surgery in July 2022 and I experienced a deep depression for months after. My cycle has been a breeze, I only bleed for 2 days and it’s pain free. I’ve been able to go back to the life I enjoyed before fibroids took over my life.

So appreciate your honesty and vulnerability. You are spot on about Black women being in the habit of “keep it moving,” even in the face of major changes, like a surgery. I am learning- or, perhaps, unlearning- every day. I hope we all slow down and care for/love on ourselves in the ways that we deserve! Wishing you the best of luck and health on your journey, sis. 💙

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate that. & yes it’s so important to take time for pauses, reflection & meditation!

Sorry about the depression. I’m happy you are feeling better now. Our bodies really go through so much it’s only by the grace of God we’re able to look beautiful on the outside. 🕊❤️

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 💖 You’re so right about that!

You have a good spirit sis ❤️… I’m going through a similar experience glad you’re speaking on it.

thanks so much for sharing your journey I was happy to see a new upload !!

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching love 🥰💖

You would bring a lot of compassion to your own fertility clinic 💛🌸

Hugs 🕊🕊🕊Love your transparency. Mental Wellness is everything. How you feel is not just in your head, it’s also in your gut.

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Yesssss so true!

Hey girl I been binge watching your videos. I can relate to your story except for the surgeries. It is overall tough. We are 3 part spirit, soul and body. If any are out of wack so are we. I've done the vegan, vegatarian, herbs (everything youve mentioned), done the fertility tests, TTC, etc. and still am here. Your younger than I am so do not give up. Therapy does help as well. God has also been my strength as the depression over all this can get real. You may think youve done everything right and yet still have not accomplished your goal. God says not by our might but, by His power. Take your time and enjoy your life and health. TTC and staying on the healthy track can become like an idol even if it is an already established way of life. Loved all your videos and commented on a few. Remebmer you are not alone and none of it is your fault. Hoping and praying for you to continue on strong 💗.

Oh wow... your story is remarkably similar to my own! Nearly all of it: the desire to conceive, the surgery, the diet, all of it is almost exactly what I experienced. We even had our myomectomies around the same time! Thank you for this video. Thank you so much for sharing your journey. I'm still a little hesitant to share my struggles with conceiving, but listening to your story (and others) really helps knowing I'm not alone.

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Nice to meet you! I’m sorry you’re going through this but know you’re not alone 💛 There is light at the end!

thks for your video.praying for healing and blessings on your journey to pregnancy

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 💖

I have had fibroids since my first pregnancy 12 years ago that led to a miscarriage never was diagnosed before still have them and I am thankful that they are small not bothering me. You look beautiful love the hair ❤️ happy you are getting back to you!

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you hun 💖 I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. I can’t even imagine 😣😣😣 Thankfully yours are small, just keep an eye on them!

Hi beautiful. Happy New year. I pray 2022 is full of nothing but blessings from God for you. Your hair is so pretty!

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! Happy New Year to you! Blessings to you, be safe 💖

Love your hair in this video Vanessa 🤩🤩

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thanks for sharing. You really are a strong woman. 😘. I wish I can be this strong to share mine.

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

We women are so strong 💚

Sea moss 💪🏽 stay blessed and I hope you get back to your true self 🌟

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Hi Vanessa, I'm a newbie and Happy New Year as well ❤❤!!

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Heyyyy!

Hi Vanessa this is Kerry you look good like you're glowing 🤗

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 💚✨

I can relate about the sex anxiety! When I had a fibroid, sometimes I would feel a pull or a poke during intimacy. Ouch!!

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! So annoying 😞😩

Happy New Year 🎆

Im glad your well also

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@lamontsantos1153

2 жыл бұрын

@@veryvanessa you welcome

Thanks for sharing

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Happy New Year 💖

Hello hello!! Good to see you again,. Had UFE a year and a month ago couldn't be happier. Ur video gave me the courage to schedule the procedure.will have last MRI next week🎉🎉🎊 Would like to know the ashawanda , how do you use it? Is it fresh herb or powder presentation? Thank you so much! Best health wishes.

I had the myomectomy in 2016 and my fibroids grew back worse than before. Now I’m having the UFE in May

You look so much like the actress Karreuche Tran. I hope that you accomplish everything that you set out to do with your family.

The acne, the eating, and the depression happened to me after my myomectomy as well. I am now plant based and I'm feeling great. Raspberry leaf tea, maca powder, wild yam cream, and castor oil packs have been good. I've also tried ashwagandha for anxiety/stress. I'll have to look into your comments on the maca powder.

@theperiodplanner

2 жыл бұрын

Lastly, the emotional healing is real... Let go of that stress! Love yourself, rest, and put yourself first as needed.

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Omg thank you so much for sharing. & yes it’s a process almost like postpartum or something?? I took Maca for a little bit but noticed it had some estrogen properties so I stopped. How long has it been since your surgery?

@theperiodplanner

2 жыл бұрын

@@veryvanessa I had my surgery in April 2020. Then I was told that there was no way to ensure that the fibroids wouldn't come back. I didn't want to believe that, so I decided to change my lifestyle and found a health coach (praise God for him!) in March 2021. That's when I went plant based and found out about natural remedies to treat/prevent fibroids. The same coach introduced me to your content by sharing your video on castor oil packs ❤

@ScissorN

2 жыл бұрын

Please stay away from black maca 😭😭 please take from me that's how I got fibroids

@theperiodplanner

2 жыл бұрын

@@ScissorN never heard of black maca

Hello from Indonesia. I just wanna say thank you for your videos about myomectomy. I had my laparotomy myomectomy in Nov 2021. And feel healthy now. . Thank you for everythinknyou've shared. I wish all the best for you. Thank you to help me with your videos in my darkest time. . Sorry for my poor english. And once again, THANK YOU ❤

when did you start your fertility journey ? when should i start? im concerned. where are you in your life right now? is everything organized and sorted out? im worried. i no where near where i want it to be and my body is getting old. what should i do to get back on track? i can't control results and progress but everything must go on.

Looking beautiful sweetheart ❤️❤️

thank you for sharing...the mild depression...im feeling it...now i know im not being crazy

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

I’m so sorry hun! I think it’s the excess estrogen & hormones balancing out. Ashwaghanda in my smoothies helped me a lot and Dandelion tea.

@mesther3191

2 жыл бұрын

@@veryvanessa thank you for the quick response….I’ve had an abdominal myomectomy…Im approaching week 3 of recovery at the moment….I feel like there’s not much of info out there….my family and friends have been amazing throughout, even though I wished my mom was also alive to help me out…your videos have really helped me…I remember very well the one where you spoke on bowel movement…I was struggling and now you talking about depression…I was beginning to wonder if it was normal…cos I do not feel my normal self…thanks for the motivation… and also does the scar feels hard? A part of my scar feels weird like it’s hard….😳😳I don’t know I just feel weird….

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

I completely understand. It’s definitely a shift in the hormones. Overtime your scar will soften and flatten, you can start doing scar massages around week 6 as you can tolerate it. Take some olive oil and gently rub the area. I’m now 1 year post op and my scar is completely flat.

@mesther3191

2 жыл бұрын

@@veryvanessa thank you very much👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾❤️

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

It’s not visible at all

Did you have thickening of the uterus?. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.

Vanessa I pray you conceive. Don't apologize for taking time to post. Perhaps think of trying Chinese medicine.

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 💕 I am taking Dong Quai after menses and before ovulation! I may consider starting acupuncture as well

Girl!!! Thanks to share your experience i just discover that i have submural fibroid and 2 subserosal i dont want to have any scars i havent got any children yet im lost because i dont want to regret going through so much surgery and damage my uterus and expose myself to scars over the stomach or under..and i dont want to regret if i have a baby that get uncomfortable in the uterus and cause complication if i have a pregnancy..anyway it will help a looot if you share your picture of your scars cause i got to do the same and i feel empty..

@yingyong3992

2 жыл бұрын

There's many things the doctor can you to minimize scar tissue during surgery and you can also do post uterine exercise 3 months after your surgery. Make sure you do alot of research and try to see several different doctors. With God anything is possible. Best if luck. FYI I similar fibroids like yours.

@yingyong3992

2 жыл бұрын

Also, is better to treat fibroids when they are smaller. Once they get bigger, your no longer a candidate for the easier procedures.

I'm so glad you're doing better now, I've followed your story for a while. I'm going down the route of UFE for my fibroids. I've got 15 apparently 😩, most of them are very small but I have two that are quite big, my womb is so compromised I was told that I won't be able to carry a baby until I have treatment because there's no room for a baby to grow. The largest is low down near my cervix and is just under 9cm in size. I was convinced that UFE is my best option, I've even found a hospital in the UK that offers Gelbead UFE instead of plastic, the beads are resorbed by the body after 12 weeks. The Doctors who conducted the study theorise that this type is less likely to cause ovarian impairment if the beads did somehow migrate. I'm more scared though after seeing your story, I wanted to ask, were you aware of how many procedures and the experience level of the Radiologist who did your UFE prior to going ahead? The doctor I want to see has done over 850, it's reassured me but I am still dubious. Everything I've read about necrotic tissue and complications after UFE states that it's rare. I've also only ever seen that UFE has a high success rate and I've read a lot of papers!. Did you learn anything about why yours failed? Or why you had this scar tissue afterwards? Lastly the things that put me off myomectomy are obviously the risk of hysterectomy but also the drugs (GnRH Analogues) I'd have to take prior to surgery that shrink the fibroids and put your body into a menopausal state. Did you take the drugs before your surgery? I did some research and found that there were a lot of complaints to the FDA so that scared me. Some women said they were still suffering the effects of the drugs long after the surgery. I'm really confused and scared now. I want to make the right choice! Fibroids really are a nightmare 😟

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

If you’re wanting to have children UFE is not an ideal option because there’s limiting blood flow to the pelvis and possible loss of blood flow to the ovaries, scar tissue that forms, remaining fibroid dead tissue like what happened to me. You need to see a fertility specialist / reproductive endocrinologist and have some testing/ imaging done to see if it’s necessary ti remove your fibroids prior to conception. For my myomectomy I did not have to take any medications prior to. And it was my fertility doctor that performed my surgery. Wish you the best! Again I personally cannot recommend UFE but you have to do what’s best for you!

@MarcyM1

2 жыл бұрын

@@veryvanessa Hey Vanessa, thanks for getting back to me. I'm aware of the risk of ovarian impairment which is why I did a lot of research and found out about Gelbead UFE, there are no plastics that remain in the arteries after 12 weeks, the gelatin embolic agent is resorbed by the body so full blood flow is restored to the uterus after the fibroids are devascularised . I've had MRI's and two laparoscopic investigative surgeries, after this I was advised I wouldn't be able to carry a baby because my womb is being pushed to the left and there is no room, essentially I would miscarry or be in excruciating pain and risk complications later on, there are no issues affecting my ability to conceive as far as I'm aware, my ovaries are unremarkable and I wasn't told that the fibroids were obstructing my fallopian tubes etc. As I said everything I've learned about UFE, states that complications are rare, so I was wondering if you feel that your outcome had anything to do with the experience level of the Radiologist? One of the things I read about was that they're not sure what causes ovarian failure or early menopause after UFE but that the skill level and experience of the Doctor may be one of the main causes. Did you know how many procedures your doctor had done prior? I know you do thorough research but wasn't sure if you'd asked that question. I know you said your aunt had UFE, did she have any issues? In terms of me seeing a fertility specialist/endocrinologist I think I'd have to do it privately and it would probably be way too expensive. We have the National Health service in the UK which is free (not really, we pay national insurance) but we get less focused care than if we visit a private hospital/doctor.

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Again, you should consult with your doctor regarding any medical advice or decisions you need to make regarding surgery. I can’t tell you which way to go or not go. I can only tell you UFE did not work for me. Have a blessed day 💚✨

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

You can also refer to the comment section of my UFE experience video and see there are other women who had complications as well. Doesn’t seem so rare to me….

@MarcyM1

2 жыл бұрын

@@veryvanessa Thanks, I would never expect you to advise me which route to take, I'm more interested in your experience with the Radiologist. I'm presuming you did a lot of research initially and read up on some of the data and then felt the benefits would out way the risk. Which is why I asked if you'd known how many procedures they'd carried out prior to yours. I've been advised by a Radiologist myself that's it's important to have up to date scans, ask them if they can see any vascular variations that could be problematic and ask how many procedures they'd done so far etc, the first IR I saw had only done 20, I would never let him treat me,so It's just helpful to know about other peoples experience. Apologies if that's not something that you wanted to share. I just assumed it was OK to ask as there's already so much info on your channel. I'll definitely look at some of the comments you mentioned. Just think it's important to know the variables.

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Don’t feel bad about struggling going back vegan. I had the will power to adopt a vegan diet last year for a year and now that I’ve been eating “regular” for the past 9 months it’s SOOOOO HARD going back. Even considering the fact that I gained 40 pounds from where I was it’s still such a huge challenge going back 😩 I don’t know what it is about trying to transition back

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

It’s soooo hard because the body craves what circulates in the blood. If acidity and junk food is still circulating in your system it’ll be hard to convince the body to crave healthier choices. That’s why fasting is so imperative. Controlling your body and saying no to eating harmful foods. It’s a process but I think fasting is a good place to start and cleansing your colon helps too.

The best best time to get pregnant is Day 10 counting the first Day of your Period. I did this for years and had 3 babies this way. I have fibroids and thinking to do the Sonata. Try Day 10 counting the first day of your period. Or Day 12. Im 45 i know everyone is not the same with day 14 but day 10 and 12 is the best OV days. . Day 14 is the end of Ov to some women. Trust me

@yingyong3992

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the insightful info. 🤩🤩🤩

Hi Vanessa, I was diagnosed with fibroids back in 2018, and my cycles were always heavy and my iron levels were always low, I started taking Fibro defense back in 2020 and it’s been helping, I had a vaginal Myomectomy but my gyn was only able too remove a portion of the fibroid, last I check I now have a total of 5 fibroids. I was thinking about the UFE procedure but started having second thoughts, what made you decide to have an open Myomectomy after already having the UFC procedure?

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

I needed to have an open myomectomy after the UFE because I experienced complications from the UFE. I have a video called “I Regret Getting the UFE” on my channel where I go over what exactly happened

@lesleydawson4567

2 жыл бұрын

@@veryvanessa thanks for responding, I will definitely watch the video and be blessed

Hi good night l am so happy you're doing this video. So l am scheduled to do a myomectomy on February 7th, can you tell me how best to prepare for it....l am a bit scared because l am alone in a foreign country.

@poisonapple146

2 жыл бұрын

How did your surgery go? I hope you’re doing well.

How are you doing?.I hope all is well with.

Yass to not Black women not trying to be superwoman all the time, This is facts we have to do more self care and love us and know its okay to feel what we are going through! Welcome Back!

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Yes facts x10000! So glad you are back too 🥰💖

Good day in your Fertility Therapy did you take Chaste Tree Berry, Red Raspberry, Fenugreek, Wild Yam, Evening Primrose, Folic Acid??

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Tried this and more. I’ve had multiple fibroid surgeries as well. Still on this journey.

👋 I want to ask which was the most painful, myomectomi surgery, or the UFE???,I have a laparoskopy surgery in 1017,but the myoma come back again, multiple. 😊 thanks and good luck 👍 💕

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

UFE was more painful in my opinion because it was hard to manage it with pain medication

@anacristinanicolaie7595

2 жыл бұрын

@@veryvanessa thanks 😊 🙏 😘

@anacristinanicolaie7595

2 жыл бұрын

@@veryvanessa in my case they say no to myomectomy,because I have a lot of fibroids, after 3 failed IVF, they are every where in my uterus, more then 20.let me tell you if you try IVF it can fail and fibroids can come back more then before, it happens to me,I suffer a lot but I refuse histerectomie, in februari I will try UFE..

Omg ❤️

How were you able to keep your scar flat

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Try to not bend excessively in the first month. I laid down a lot, tried not to sit up for too long. After about 6 weeks I started doing womb massages with an infused oil that had herbs to increase circulation and help break down scar tissue.

I'm just curious if you ever used birth control back in the day? Like before the ufe? Before your fiance ?

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

A verrrryyy long time ago like 15-16 years ago

@AppleJuiceTarot

2 жыл бұрын

@@veryvanessa yes I'm just wondering if there's a correlation. You some Tuskegee ish. I'm not willing for my first option to be any type of ectomy and scheduled the ufe without asking much about recovery. Now I been up since 3 am and I'm thinking of trying Keto cuz some say it's all insulin causing this. Which makes sense why black women are so affected by both this and diabetes. Carbs n sugar. Sorry for rambling. Although it's heartbreaking to hear about your challenge with conception I can tell you that your story is healing and maturing the whole race of little girls. You are more maternal and feminine and powerful than many biological mothers could even claim to be.

I have had long periods for a while i was diagnosed with multiple uterine fibroids.. I bleed in between periods.. so annoying.. just wanna know my best choice to get them removed if i need to.. I feel fullness discomfort and just alot ready to feel normal

Good stuff.Get back to your vegan videos or Alkaline

@veryvanessa

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Soon!

I’m new to your channel. You mention black women and I didn’t think you were. It’s refreshing but I figure you weren’t and had a different experience. What is your nationality?

@veryvanessa

Жыл бұрын

I'm Haitian. Welcome to my channel!

@marriott6506

Жыл бұрын

Okay cool. Thank you for sharing your story. It definitely an eye opener to your procedure. It helped me in my situation. Three months ago I decided on the Acessa procedure. I only had one post op appt and next month I’ll know more info like if their gone. Fingers crossed their gone. I’m 40 yrs old no kids no husband but still hopeful to meet someone and have them. Finger crossed as well. I’m thankful for you and brave enough to share with strangers. Thank you for being you

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