List of Procedures

Ok, I remembered to bring home the info about the surgeries from work.  Here is what I am having done on February 2, and what each procedure entails:

• Hysteroscopy - A lighted telescope will be placed into the uterus through the cervix.  This will allow direct visualization of the inside of the uterus.
• Endometrial Biopsy - A small sample of the lining of the uterus will be obtained for evaluation by a pathologist.
• Sono-Hysterosgraphy - This is a test that checks to see if the fallopian tubes are open.  A catheter is inserted through the cervix into the uterus.  The uterus and fallopian tubes are then filled with a saline solution, and the flow of this solution is observed with the assistance of a high-powered ultrasound.  The physician can determine whether the solution flows freely through the fallopian tubes or whether they appear to have a blockage and can see some uterine abnormalities, such as polyps or a septum.
• Cervical/Vaginal Cultures

I've had the Sono-Hysterosgraphy before, but it's been several years so Dr. Vasquez wants to do another one.  All of the procedures are anesthesia elective, but he has recommended that I go under and I agree!  I get so queasy when I think about body fluids and organs and wounds.  Siiiick.

Even though I probably won't actually need the time off, since my surgery is on a Thursday, I will be taking off Friday from work as well to rest.  I may sound like a big weenie, but anytime I can get free days off from work (I get unlimited number of sick days as a salaried employee), I'm gonna take 'em!