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Does Tubal Ligation Reversal Really Get Rid of PTLS?
A member of the Tubal Reversal Message Board asks, "What are the results of woman that have had a reversal because of the PTLS? I really want to get the reversal because of the horrible PTLS. I just want to make sure it will for sure get rid of all the symptoms." Many other women who have had symptoms following a tubal ligation, or Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome, report the relief that tubal ligation reversal provided them. Although most doctors are skeptical about the existence of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS), an ongoing study at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center reveals a very high rate of symptom relief after tubal reversal surgery. With more than 300 patients in the study group at present, the relationship between tubal reversal and PTLS relief is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.
PTLS Is Getting So Much Better!
A member of the Tubal Reversal Message Board posts this message after her tubal ligation reversal, "I am so excited! I had my tubal reversal 2 wks ago. 1st AF post TR just started. I would normally have had PTLS issues everyday for the past 2 weeks, but only had a few days of PTLS symptoms!! I just can't believe that doctors can't see that PTLS is real when we have results like this. That's just crazy (and they think we are the ones who are crazy)."
PTLS Patient Gets Her Life Back
'Aliyahsdream' posts this comment on the Tubal Reversal Message Board: "I had my surgery a week ago today. I suffered from SEVERE PTLS. Let me tell you - I have got my life back! I cannot believe the improvement in my symptoms. It is so incredible. I feel amazing, I have more energy than I have had in years and my brain is not foggy anymore. DH is not complaining either, if you know what I mean. LOL I feel like I finally have my life back. I want to thank Dr. Monteith and all the nurses at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center! Thank you so much for giving me back my life, my boys back their mother, and my husband his wife back. This has made a huge difference already in our life. Thank you as well for giving us a chance to add to our family. You are all truly blessed by God for how you help others."
PTLS - One Year Later
'Momzilla', a member of the Tubal Reversal Message Board reports on her status one year after her tubal ligation reversal. She had the tubal reversal to get relief of her post tubal ligation symptoms, or what has been called Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS). Since 2 months after her surgery, she has been symptom free. She posts, "Today is the 1 year anniversary of my TR which I had solely to rid myself of PTLS. I must say a huge thank you to everyone at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center for the great care I received when I was there on my journey to taking my life back."
Already Feeling Relief After Tubal Reversal Surgery
A tubal reversal patient of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center writes in to the tubal reversal message board to report that she is already experiencing relief of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) symptoms just days after her tubal reversal surgery was performed. In an ongoing study, Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal finds that 90% of patients reporting PTLS find complete or significant relief of PTLS symptoms after tubal reversal surgery at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.
What Everyone Ought to Know About Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome
Members of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Board discuss symptoms associated with post tubal ligation syndrome. Dr. Berger became interested in this issue and began studying changes in women's symptoms after they had their tubal reversal surgery. Many of these women contacted him after their tubes were untied to say that the tubal reversal procedure had helped them dramatically - even if pregnancy had been their primary goal and the post tubal ligation syndrome just an aside. Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center has not analyzed the data yet - but so far, it appears that close to 90% of the women we have followed after having tubal reversal surgery have experienced either some or dramatic improvement. Both Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith are able to reverse tubal ligation 98% of the time.
Does Having A Tubal Revesal Cure Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome
Post-tubal ligation syndrome (or "PTLS") is not recognized as a legitimate condition by either the medical establishment or the insurance industry. Dr. Gary Berger became interested in this issue and began studying the condition after he found that an increasing percentage of his patients would mention it to him when they came for their tubal reversal procedure. Many of these women contacted him after their tubal reversal surgeries to say that the reverse tubal ligation had helped them dramatically - even if pregnancy had been their primary goal and the PTLS just an aside. There is no way to know whether tubal reversal surgery will eliminate the problems that one may experience after having a tubal ligation- but so far, it appears that close to 90% of the women who have come to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center to have their tubes untied have experienced either some or dramatic improvement after the tubal reversal procedure.
Is It Beneficial To Get A Tubal Reversal for PTLS?
A frequent topic of discussion on the Tubal Reversal Message Board is about the issue of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS). Cristina ('dixechick77') posed this question: "Since I had my tubes tied, I have noticed less libido, more headaches, longer periods with heavier bleeding including clots, unbelievable mood swings and heavy cramping. WHAT IS THIS? I have read different views! Would it be beneficial to have a Tubal Reversal?" She receives responses other message board participants about the issue of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS), such as "Immediately after TL, I had severe headaches, bleeding with clots, depression, anxiety, skin problems and the list goes on. I am on CD 5 and have had only slight cramps, no headaches and no mood swings although results vary from woman to woman. I had immediate results after TR. Tubal reversal was worth every penny for me," and "Absolutely! It is called Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome and I had it bad. My tubes were tied for 3 years and I suffered right away. I am six month post-TR and am 95% back to what I consider normal. I say, go for it!" Another member adds, "After I had my tubes tied, AF started to change. My AF before the TL used to be 4 days, mild cramps, and medium flow. I had my TR Nov. 08 and have not had a single episode of flooding and no cramps. I am amazed. I am back to my old self!" Dixechick77 asks "Why aren't doctors diagnosing this?" That question has been discussed in detail on the Tubal Reversal Blog.
A Huge Thank You For Help To Relieve PTLS Symptoms
Misha recently had surgery with Dr. Charles Monteith at the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center for relief of her terrible PTLS Symptoms. Misha writes "I've been living with PTLS pretty much since day 1 after the TL. Not only did I have the TR yesterday, but AF showed today. I have NO cramps! NO flooding! NO clotting! NO migraine! I'm in less pain today, 1 day after TR than I was when I got to CHTRC yesterday." Misha tells others about her wonderful experience with the staff at Chapel Hill and says "In all the time I've been dealing with PTLS, I've run into so many medical professionals who thought it was all in my head, or that I was just trying to get drugs (which I told them I didn't even want.) Being at CHTRC was the first time that I truly felt that someone understood exactly what I was going through, and may actually have the answers. Thank you all so much for this wonderful gift!"
Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) - What Women Go Through
One of the active topics of discussion on the Tubal Reversal Message Board is the issue of "Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS)". Although disputed by medical authorities, women with a variety of symptoms starting after their tubal ligation have a lot to say on the subject, based on their personal experiences.
Relief From Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome After Tubal Reversal
After tubal ligation, some women report a variety of symptoms regarding changes in their monthly menstrual cycle. Their symptoms most commonly include heavy and longer menstrual flow, painful menstruation, irregular bleeding, increased moodiness, and headaches. These symptoms have often been referred to as Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS). After reversal of tubal ligation at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, many women share their stories of relief from their symptoms. Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith are open-minded about the controversial issue of PTLS. These tubal reversal doctors perform tubal ligation reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center five day a week. Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is the only facility in the world exclusively for tubal ligation reversal surgery.
Tubal Ligation Patient Reports Worsening Mood and Physical Symptoms
Katharine relates her experience with worsening mood and physical symptoms after her tubal ligation and she explains her decision to travel to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center to undergo a tubal ligation reversal.
Symptoms of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome
'Praybelieving' describes her worsening physical and mental symptoms after a tubal ligation. She has many of the symptoms of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome and she decided to pursue ligation reversal surgery to allow her to become pregnant and to alleviate her worsening menstral symptoms.
PTLS Relief After Tubal Ligation Reversal
Rebecca, a tubal reversal patient of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, provides a brief update on the improvement in her post tubal ligation menstrual symptoms since undergoing tubal ligation reversal.
Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Patients Discuss Relief From PTLS
Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Message Board offers a forum for TR patients to discuss how TR has helped relieve the symptoms of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome. Many patients notice relief even with the first menstrual cycle after TR. Often, patients note even greater improvements over time. Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center hosts a PTLS blog as well as information on the condition on their website.
Should Insurance Cover Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome?
Andrea, a 31 year-old married, mother of four from Idaho describes her symptoms of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS), decision to have tubal ligation reversal and her disagreement with her insurance company on the Tubal Reversal Blog.
PTLS Patient, Momzilla, Reveals Her True Identity
Momzilla, as she is well known on the Tubal Reversal Message Board, is actually Tracy, a 43 year-old married, mother of three who is employed as a Senior Human Resource Manager. Tracy has described her symptoms of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) on the Tubal Reversal Blog, and now, four months after her tubal ligation reversal surgery, she and her husband Glenn describe her recovery from PTLS.
Tubal Ligation Reversal Blog - Meet Momzilla..
Tubal reversal patient Momzilla describes her worsening menstrual, physical, and mental symptoms after her tubal ligation.
Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome - A Long Journey
Women who experience the symptoms of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome have had a long journey. They often must contend with doctors who discount their symptoms or do not acknowledge an association with their tubal ligations. But if they do have appropriate medical evaluations, some will find that other conditions are causing their symptoms. At the end of this journey, those who remain without a specific medical diagnosis will indeed have Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome.
Psychological Conditions or Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome?
Several common psychological conditions can mimic Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS). These include major depression, generalized anxiety disorder, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. This is the fifth part of a 14 article series about Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome published by the tubal reversal specialists at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.
Tubal Ligation Reversal Blog - Guilt or Regret about Tubes Tied
The decision to have one's tubes tied (tubal ligation) is often made under stressful circumstances. This can lead to regret and guilt over the decision. Some women choose to have their tubes untied to relieve the burden of regret or guilt as well as to be able to have another child after a tubal ligation.
Diagnosing Menstrual Problems After a Tubal Ligation
Women who have menstrual problems after tubal ligation surgery may or may not have Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome. Many will have undiagnosed medical conditions. The ligation reversal experts of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center outline the most common medical conditions that are associated with menstrual disorders.
Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome: Past and Present
The medical experts at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center are publishing a series of articles dedicated to Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome. This is article 2 of a 14 part series describing PTLS symptoms, current medical understanding, and underlying medical conditions that can mimic PTLS. Case histories of patients who have had tubal ligation reversal and have experienced improvement in their physical and mental symptoms will also be presented.
Pain After Tubes Tied: A Symptom of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome?
Most doctors have been taught that no such entity as Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) exists, much to the exasperation of women who are suffering from symptoms that began after a tubal sterilization. At the request of many women who are members of the Tubal Reversal Message Board, a blog series has been started about PTLS that will allow individuals to report about their personal experiences and case histories. Then, articles from the medical literature will be reviewed and discussed. Hopefully, this approach will help explain the discrepancy between what individual women have experienced and what medical doctors think about this complex subject.
Hot Flashes After a Tubal Ligation
Many women report the onset of hot flashes following their tubal ligation. This is one of the various symptoms of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS). Many women discuss this symptom on the Tubal Reversal Message Board. One of their major frustrations is that most doctors and nurses are not familiar with PTLS and are not helpful to them. In an ongoing PTLS Study at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, approximately 90% of women report improvement in their PTLS symptoms after tubal ligation reversal surgery. This initial report from the PTLS Study has been published in the Society for Reproductive Surgeons (SRS) Newsletter: 1 (1) 2008, page 5.
Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) by Gary Sterling Berger, M.D.
In a large population of women undergoing tubal ligation reversal, some women report PTLS as one of their reasons for seeking surgery. A follow-up study was undertaken to see if there might be a change in symptoms after tubal reversal among this select group of women. In 2005-2007, 91 women described having PTLS symptoms prior to undergoing tubal reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. Overall, 90% of these patients reported improvement in one or more of their PTLS symptoms, 8% reported no change, and 2% reported worsening of symptoms after tubal reversal. This is a non-experimental, "before and after" study of a selected population of women who described having post tubal ligation symptoms. It was surprising to find such a high percentage of patients reporting improvement in their various symptoms at 6 months and 12 months after tubal reversal surgery. No mechanism is suggested to explain these results. Based on the results obtained so far, further study is warranted.
PTLS Relief With Tubal Reversal
Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome, or PTLS, is not a widely talked about subject in the medical community. And for the women who experience significant changes in their health following a tubal ligation, finding a safe haven to discuss PTLS can be a challenge. At Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, we give women an outlet to share their PTLS symptoms, and with our one-hour outpatient procedure, we're helping women just like you get relief.
Momzilla's Tubal Reversal Story
If you suffer from Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome, you will want to read Momzilla's story. Momzilla had a tubal ligation three years ago, and like many of Dr. Berger's patients, came to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center seeking relief of PTLS symptoms. Tubal reversal surgery has helped women just like you, feel more like themselves again. If you have a PTLS story, join the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center message board today.
The Reality of PTLS and Tubal Reversal
Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome has been the subject of controversy among the medical world for decades. But for the thousands of women who experience the devastating symptoms of PTLS every day, the syndrome is real. Some women who have had their tubes tied experience heavier menstrual bleeding, increased cramping and mood swings, just to name a few. Aside from the obvious reason for wanting another baby after tubal ligation, the desire for relief of symptoms is another reason why many women choose to have tubal reversal surgery at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.
New Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome Blog
My name is Dawn, and I'm a PTLS (Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome) sufferer. If you are a sufferer, or know of anyone else suffering from Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS) come say hi. We can only spread the word about this condition if we step forward and say "Yes, this is what I have!".
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