"The staff were amazing"

I had been bleeding heavily for about two weeks.  I ended up going to urgent care and they advised me to see my GP for a referral.  There is a history of endometriosis in my family.  I ended up back at A&E at Croydon University Hospital because the bleeding was now making me feel dizzy.  The doctor I saw was incredible.  She contacted the gynae team, and prescribed iron tablets as I was anaemic.  I went back to my GP who conducted an exam.  She sent a referral, and within two weeks I had been booked in for an ultrasound, which highlighted polyps and a cyst.  I was then booked in to see a gynaecological consultant.  He had me booked in for a  hysteroscopy within two weeks.  He explained that there might be some discomfort, but this would be minor, and temporary.  I was given full information, and also advised that general anaesthetic would be an option if necessary.  The day of the procedure I took over the counter painkillers.  The team were reassuring, and extremely patient with me.  They told me what was happening every step of the way, even telling me when I might feel discomfort.  I had some minor cramping afterwards, but just took painkillers when I got home.  They were able to diagnose fibroids, and told me these would be removed under general anaesthetic.  A week later I had the surgery.  I’m three days post op, and apart from some expected discomfort I’m doing well.

I would like to thank each member of the staff I’ve encountered over the last few weeks personally....You have been amazing!,....Thank you Croydon University Hospital.