Women's health chat with Dr Sarah Brewer

My problem is that now I can feel more adhesions in my abdomen and it is causing a lot of pain during intercourse. My gynaecologist and myself are reluctant to do more surgery at present, but do you think it is better to snip the adhesions sooner rather than later?
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A: I can understand your reluctance to have further surgery, and the reluctance of your surgeon to operate again, in case this makes the adhesions worse. You may find it helpful to try more alternative approaches such as homeopathy. Thiosinaminum, which is derived from mustard seed oil, may be recommended to help women with intra-abdominal adhesions, as it is said to dissolve scar tissue as well as having an anti-inflammatory action. Other options include acupuncture, aromatherapy, abdominal massage and/or magnetic therapy. If you choose to try this type of therapy, do ensure you see a properly qualified and accredited practitioner.
Dr Sarah Brewer

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