Triggered By Period. Help Needed.

[Buza]

I am having a VERY difficult time being on my period this week; something I always struggle with but not to this extent. I was penetrated as a toddler/young child and bled. The sight of blood "down there" sends me into a monthly tailspin. This time, though, I can't even use a tampon and put something "in there" BC my child brain is screaming, "get it out, get it out..." to my g pa.

Has anyone else experienced difficulty during their monthly cycle and how did/do you overcome it? Thanks!

 

[Dugo]

Yes, I am unable to wear tampons due to sexual abuse (penetration) in childhood, it's always been a problem, I don't really cope well, just try to avoid looking, I find that it's like that part of me doesn't even exist alot of the time...

 

[Tokosa]

I'm sorry that you are feeling this way. Can you use sanitary pads instead? I was molested and find the idea of tampons revolting therefore I've always used pads instead. Hope this helped.

 

[Buza]

Thank you for your reply, @Dugo. It makes me feel less alone knowing someone else struggles. I am sorry you have this problem, too. Have you been able to talk about it in T? I am mortified by the subject.

Buza

 

[Buza]

This is the first time I've had to use pads @Tokosa. A big trigger since one of my memories is putting TP in my underwear BC of bleeding as a 4 and 5 year old. The whole process is just horrible this month and I'm not sure why it's so much worse.

 

[Afel]

I'm really sorry that you are going through this. Please accept my condolences :hug:s.

 

[Lofak]

Had that issue, still have that issue, mostly suck it up and normalize it every month period's coming. That or I laugh about it. Thiis big of a meltdown over something so simple, come on. Not that it's a way for anyone else to deal by.

 

[Ewefa]

@Lofak, I wish I could suck it up and normalize my monthly "visitor." I usually can with only mild triggers/symptoms, just not this time for some reason. I am really triggered and am at an all time low in the coping department. Glad you have found something that works for you. Hoping I will do the same. Such an awkward therapy subject!

 

[Sokatis]

I had to miss work for a 2 day severe dissociation and almost blacking out from this. I thought it was due to anemia. However, my Dr. said it was my PTSD, so she wrote me an Rx to go see an OBGYN for evaluation for ablation. I did get the ablation. I know 4 other women who have had it. All are happy with it.

No more bleeding. Some don't get other symptoms. I still get the bloating and PMS symptoms. Less cramps, and almost no blood at all. I'm very happy to not be triggered by that anymore. The surgery was easy, and the general anesthesia wear off was the worst part. I went to work the next day with no pain.

I would recommend taking your life back. If you are done having babies that is.