There's Hope

Yesterday afternoon I had an appointment with a specialist at The Women's Sexual Health Foundation . Finally -- someone who offers hope!

The appointment was so much different than what I have encountered up until now as I have struggled with the aftermath impacts of the hysterectomy. This doctor is not a gynecologist, but specializes in sexual functioning issues for women. He was very affirming that I am not alone in the situation that I find myself in. He was both pleased and quite reinforcing of the fact that Master was there with me for the appointment, and assured us both that the fact that we were clearly working on the issues together was a great plus in this battle. He gathered a great deal of data, and gave us some initial things to try while he gets results back of lab tests, etc. In a month, we will most likely begin making adjustments to the hormones. As I have come to suspect, the prescription that I've been given is not probably the "best" approach to this problem. There are very few gynecologists that specialize in this area, and even fewer FDA approved solutions. It seems that most of what will be available to treat me will be "off label," not-approved, and quite possibly not paid for by insurance. That said, it felt good to finally have someone offer understanding, knowledge, and hope.

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