April 4, 2008, Newsletter Issue #73: Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome

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Though the tubal ligation does not normally have negative effects on hormone production or cause lasting side effects, some women do experience symptoms that may prompt them to seek a tubal ligation reversal. These symptoms can include:

irregular and heavy periods, bloating, crampsearly onset of menopause - hot flashes, sweats, mood swings, weight gain, breast tenderness or loss of breast sizesevere PMS symptoms - irritability, mood swings, sleep disturbanceloss of sex driveectopic pregnancy - this is considered a risk of the procedureanxiety symptoms, feelings of dread, memory fluctuations, depressionloss of vaginal moisture, or vaginal itchingThe cause is not completely understood, but it is believed to be related to hormonal imbalance which may be caused by damage to blood vessels or hormone receptors during the procedure. Since the body's hormone levels are in a delicate balance, small changes or fluctuations can create significant symptoms. In women with Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome, the symptoms can become overwhelming and can interfere with their normal life functioning.

For some women, a tubal reversal relieves these symptoms and allows them to feel and function better. If you have had a tubal ligation and are having new and disturbing symptoms, talk to your Gynecologist about Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome

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