Lupron & WLS - What do I do?

Gals - This is a non-PCOS issue but not sure where else to post this. I posted on the main boards as well but thought maybe here might be good as well. I'm just over 7 months post op and have struggled with extreme, long lasting, painful and heavy periods since surgery. So painful that percoset just hardly takes the edge of the pain. It radiates into my hips, thighs, and legs. Probably what I imagine active labor feels like or maybe worse! I had issues prior to surgery as well. I dad a grapefruit size fibroid removed - myomectomy. Two more grew back but they are very small so it is unlikely that they are causing all the pain and blood loss. I may have endometreosis or it is possible that just my hormonal levels are wacked out from the 80 lbs I've lost. My OB/GYN has put me on both estrogen patches and oral contraceptives at the same time just to try to get my period to stop. It worked for two weeks and then it came back with a vengeance this weekend when she had tried to ween me off the oral contraceptive. She feels it is just too dangerous for me to be on so many hormones. Today she said she is going to order a shot of Lupron for me. I also have a hysteroscopy and D&C scheduled on the 29th. She said she really wants to get the bleeding to stop before then so it is easier for her to see. She said it is also not good that I've been bleeding for so long. It has been non-stop for a month and a half. During that time it seems my immune system really has taken a beating. I've had the flu and multiple colds, and a UTI. I'm sure that has to do with the blood loss. Luckily I take 65mg of iron twice a day and I do all my other WLS supplements so that helps me keep most of my energy but sometimes I do get really exhaustred too. Ok so thats my story.. now the question.... I've read some really awful things about Lupron for just non-WLS patients. Apparently it is a very strong drug with horrible side effects. It basically shuts off your pituitary gland and puts you in menopause. It messes with all the hormones that gland makes. I also hear that there is a percentage of people that have drastic weight gain and other diseases. Are there any OHers that have been on Lupron here? How about for short term? Anyone have any more info? Do we have any other special concerns as WLS patients? Called my NP at my bariatric surgeons office for advice but wanted to check with all of you as well. She is following up with my surgeon and will be getting back to me tomorrow. My OB/GYN wants me to have the lupron shot done tomorrow as well. Insurance should cover the cost of the script - I think its something like 400 - 700 bucks a shot! Expensive drug but if it works and I don't have too many negitive side effects it should be worth it. Hoping much like my gamble with chosing my RNY the benefits will outweigh the risks.

Just wanted to add my two cents about Lurpon. I suffer from PCOS and Fibroids and my periods last, and last and last. They do not stop unless I have a D&C. In March 2005, I had a D&C and immediately after surgery was given a Lurpon shot that lasted for 90 days. The only side effect that I experienced was severe cold sweats and hot flashes. It sent me directly into menopause I believe. I also did not have a cycle during this time. Well, I am no longer taking Lupron. My purpose in taking Lupron was to shrink my Fibroids. I am scheduled for WLS Jan. 2006. Started taking Birth Control about a week ago because my doctor does not want me to get pregnant for 12-18 months after surgery. Lupron is a serious drug. I chose not to take it after the 90 day shot. Insurance covered the cost of Lupron because it was administred while I was in the hopsital having my D&C. I hope this helps.