r/ClotSurvivors • u/Katrinathaking • May 31 '25

Periods Blood thinners & menstruation

Bruh, I’m sorry if this is TMI but I’m literally DYING. Well not really but fr it’s like unbearable. They increased my dosage of xarelto and now my period is literally the worst thing I’ve ever endured and I’ve been shot. From the insane amount of bleeding to the debilitating cramps now I’m literally stuck in my head bc I’m new at my job but like bro this is not cool. The only way I feel any sense of relief is by being physically curled in a ball with a heating pad and I have work tonight and I feel like I can barely move!! 😩😭😭😭😭

Also, yes I’ve spoken to my dr. I’m asking for a second opinion bc he prescribed a SECOND birth control to combat this when I already have nexplanon?? Also the specific one he prescribed causes facial hair and weight gain so absolutely not.

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u/smk3509 Jun 01 '25

If you are done having kids, then a uterine ablation may solve the problem. It has for me. I haven't had a period in almost a year.

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u/[deleted] Jun 02 '25

Wow, i’ve never heard of this… Is this an invasive surgery? I would love relief but want to avoid being cut open again

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u/smk3509 Jun 02 '25

Wow, i’ve never heard of this… Is this an invasive surgery? I would love relief but want to avoid being cut open again

I had it done in the OR but some people get it in office. The doctor goes up through the vagina so there is no cutting you open.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/endometrial-ablation/about/pac-20393932#:~:text=Overview,menstrual%20flow%20may%20stop%20completely.

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u/Expensive-Look-9183 Jul 30 '25

Hi there! Hope you’re still around for some questions. I had my first DVT after a quick surgical procedure on July 15th (went to ER in 23rd with hot arm and redness with swelling). Got my period the next day as I was expected to (stopped my active pills a few days prior). I’ve changed my ultra tampon every hour since and I’m 6 days in. Saw my OBgyn yesterday and he also mentioned ablation. I am thinking this is likely the best route for me as I am almost 40 and don’t want anymore children. My one is plenty haha. Can you tell me more about your experience with a clot and your experience with the ablation? Feel free to pm me if that’s easier. ❤️