My Fibroids Removal Led To Multiple Operations | Unpacked with Relebogile - Episode 97 | Season 3

A guest shares her story on how she ended up having 7 operations as a result of complications with her fibroids removal in 4 weeks
Studio Guests: Rixongile Ngobeni
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[@isurviveditrixongile]

Honestly, I was so nervous about the interview. My heart literally jumped when I was told the episode is being aired today. I’m so so so so so grateful for life, and Yes, we never stop fighting! Thank you so much for all the warm comments.

[@constancefaithful1451]

Iam sorry for all that you went through

[@ntwananomeltamafuma5458]

Thanks for sharing your story Xongi. Hosi ayi yi mahlweni yi va na wena.

[@potsisolethiba5758]

I am so sorry Xongi❤️❤️

[@thokozyl]

Strength to you ❤

[@phumudzomabasa5482]

I’m so sorry you went through all that,You’re such a strong lady.I wish you everything good in your life, you’re so deserving.

[@jabulilemsimanga4164]

I love how she's so well informed about everything and all the operations she had

[@nqobilemanaka7327]

Yoooh you poor child 😭 you have been through a lot. May you never get sick for the next 70 years of your life 🙏

[@malwandemthethwa]

I cannot imagine going through all that and fighting COVID too. Yoh, at a time where people aren't allowed visitors in hospitals. And she's my age... May God bless her future 🌻

[@beautybylee-sa1806]

She's such a good storyteller.

[@ayandanyathi1331]

I’ve had 2 laparoscopic surgeries to remove ovarian cysts, I thought the pain and heavy flow would stop, honestly it didn’t. 3 weeks back I went to a Gynae due to pain and heavy bleeding, she found a number of fibroids, she said she could remove them and I refused. She did a Pap smear and the results came back not looking good, I immediately had to have a procedure to remove what could possibly be cancerous cells, i had 2 procedures, Colposcopy and Lletz. I experienced the worst bleeding and blood clots of my life last week Tuesday, my pad would literally soak in 10-15 minutes, and the blood clots were so scary. Since then I’ve been wondering if I shouldn’t have opted for a second opinion. But in God I trust for complete healing.

[@ScissorN]

Second option is always a must 😢 please see a different gynaecologist, try fertility care in Pretoria 😥

[@constancekhumalo1088]

Second opinion is always a must. Was booked for surgery to remove fibroids but second Doctor said its just a soft tissue and its not cancerous. He gave me something and it just dessolved without surgery. I am well now

[@ayandanyathi1331]

@@ScissorN I am far from Pretoria, but I will make a plan. Thanks

[@ayandanyathi1331]

@@constancekhumalo1088 definitely getting second opinion

[@basetsanamokoka5462]

I've had 5 laparoscopic surgeries. And I my stomach is growing, so I have to go check again.

[@simplepruny1925]

Such a triggering topic. I lived with fibriods for 3 years. Blood transfusions, bleeding through taxis, physically struggling to do everyday things. And for 2 years it was undiagnosed. The year I had the operation I was bleeding everyday, I would take 6 pain killers a day. The pain I felt was unbearable, I was so isolated. The Dr who helped told me to get help or I'll die. Gynaes rejected me due to the location of the fibriods. Yes, the operation was different, but only Dr and nurses were worried, I was okay. Listening to her story makes me feel so lucky and I have so much to be greatful off. After the opp I walked out the next day on my own two feet, no assitance to the car, not driven by me. Till this day I have no bleeding. This is atleast 5 years later. I have alot of emotional and physical scares from the experience. Alot of digestive problems. This young beautiful lady is so brave. I hope and pray God heals her entirely and she tells her story and it helps many more people.

[@lesegorammego6666]

In 2018 I was diagnosed with Pulmonary Embolism, stayed in ICU for a good two months and I had to take warfirin tablets for 6 months.As I got discharged as an outpatient I had to go for blood test every week for INR. What triggered the clotting of my blood was Contraceptive pills. 2021 fell pregnant with my second daughter and clots resurfaced again but I was then put on Ecotrin my baby is now 4 months. I had to take Claxeme injection after being discharged from hospital after the birth of my daughter. Sometimes I wake up with bruised clots in my legs it's scary but we soldier on. Strength to everyone who are struggling with their health.

[@LadyT06]

Praying for healing and thank God you still with us to share your story.

[@lesegorammego6666]

@@LadyT06 thank you. ❤️

[@LadyT06]

@@lesegorammego6666 *BearHug😘*

[@ntatesebata]

Omg I am happy she survived . She went through hell . She’s a strong woman , she’s smart and well informed abt all the procedures.

[@damariszuckschwert9489]

How strong is this young lady? I died several time listening to what she went through. Our doctors can be a big mess in our lives.

[@celstinehartzenberg5948]

I'm so grateful my husband called me to watch this episode

[@sibongilegome1205]

A big mess? How?

[@ayandanyathi1331]

So sorry she had to go through all this. I pray for a complete healing

[@kimmarx6068]

How are you still alive after going through all that pain and procedures? You are so brave and have such a lovely soul, so knowledgable. I am glad that you are alive to tell your story, I have learnt so much from this interview. YOU ARE A MIRACLE. Thank you

[@luyandakhanyi1018]

yhoooo! this is scary. she has been through so much and it's painful that she has that huge scar and nothing to show for it really. I pray that God can heal her completely and she never has to consult a doctor for her digestive and reproductive health. It's important that we pray guys, pray for our lives and ask God rebuke the devil so that we do not die prematurely. When I listen to this young ladies' story I really see THE GRACE OF GOD over her life. it's so clear that the enemy was hovering over her, trying to snuff out her life but God said No!!!!! what a testimony. my dear, you are healed in Jesus name and no weapon formed against you and your future children shall prosper. pray for your womb everyday, lay hands on yourself and speak LIFE over your body. God is faithful to complete your healing. stay blessed dear.

[@ntwananomeltamafuma5458]

Amen. Very true Luyanda. God fights for us

[@natashaberry6516]

I have fibroid and I remember how l felt when the doctor toid me it would be hard for me to conceive I now have 4 children very successful pregnancies God blessed me with use of herbs!

[@beatricemoyo9076]

Wow luck you I have fibroid too and struggling to conceive. How did you do it

[@natashaberry6516]

@@beatricemoyo9076 You can use this name to such him on you Tube page his name is Dr ibhaze

[@B-I-G-N-A-S-T-Y]

I'm sure your loved ones are proud of your fortitude, I sure stand in awe. I wish you many blessings and a swift full recovery. I love the way Relebogile interviews, she's amazing at her craft.

[@talundizkatyhopho4813]

I don't know her but one can tell she is actually very smart. Very cute as well.

[@natasha_mulusa]

I’m so speechless and I don’t even know what to say. You went through so much Xongi. You are honestly one of the strongest woman I know. I cant even begin to imagine having to go through so much and not giving up. God has carried you through every second and He is still going to carry you. You are honestly still on this earth because God still has a purpose for you and one being telling your story to inspire and strengthen others. I feel like I was reading a book while watching this🥺🙌😭.

[@mariashigwedha8353]

My sister was diagnosed with fibroids when she was 3months pregnant. The doctor told her that she will need to have a C-section coz she had multiple fibroids and 2 being the largest (I don't know how many cm). When she was due they sent her to a referral hospital to undergoes her C-section, there, a specialist told her that they can not operate her coz were they are supposed to cut for C-section there is a big fibroid and that she just have to big birth naturally. 3 days after giving birth she started experiencing some breathing difficulty. They doctors have been quiet about it until one doctor told us that the fibroids are swollen cause by labor and that they were pressing her respiratory system. Some doctors were saying she had TB coz she have water at lungs, she was even given the TB medications which was wrong to do so since they knew she had fibroids. Her situation started getting worse, starting with swollen feet until it goes up to heart. She died 3months later. She left her healthy baby girl, now 6 years. I'm just glad Rixo survived this. It's not easy surviving such..

[@thandekamdlovu5212]

I’m so sorry,may God give you strength to raise her child

[@zetmbonambi4425]

Owh my God Maria I'm so sorry. May your sis Rest in Peace. My friend only realized when she was 2months pregnant that she had 2small fibroids and a big one of 7cm. The Doctors (gynecologist)made it clear that,they can't operate as she was pregnant but she will need to give birth by C-section. But they also warned her about the disadvantages and even said if she wanna continue with the pregnancy,she must be aware of the complications.They said others even loose their lives or the baby. But others can also make it. While confused like that,she had a miscarriage. Then after she removed fibroids.So your story is touching me. These fibroids can be so dangerous depending on their sizes and where they are situated. It's even worse that after operation they do come back after some time.I wish the government could make it affordable for women to get checked or just make it free of charge.Many women in our country are suffering from things like this and uterus cancer, they become aware very late. I think we must normalize to check our girl children and ourselves for these things atleast once a year or twice.I'm so sorry for your loss, May God be with you and her child.

[@mariashigwedha8353]

@@thandekamdlovu5212 thank you

[@mariashigwedha8353]

@@zetmbonambi4425 so true. I always shed tears whenever I think of her, we were very close. I think as women we need to be more aware of this and have a free screening at least ones a year, just to be on the safer side. Did your friend survived this???

[@Afrosoil11]

Wow I'm so sorry 😔

[@elimugeorge1218]

Your such a strong Lady, May God preserve you for his Glory.

[@ashleyzviitei]

I am just disturbed by this entire account. I just had a hysterectomy because of fibroids but thankfully I am doing ok a week post-op but these complications are the stuff of nightmares. I am glad you are ok now but that was an ordeal.

[@tiyasplatform9982]

I'm speechless,you went through alot,thank God he saw you through,we glorify his name

[@sandramazia4543]

Amen 🙏

[@faithN59]

I'm so so sorry for what you been through but wishing you a speedy recovery.💐💐

[@bernicebosman3741]

Wow this poor lady has been through alot, and her life will never be the same.

[@freckles8932]

Wish you good health that these events will just be a story to tell

[@nomathamsanqamatai7549]

Thank you for sharing. I'm so sorry I also had Multi Fibroids on my Uterus. 2021 May 20 I was operated Hysterectomy. Because of the Fibroids in my womb the Doctor said my womb was 5× bigger than the normal size... my Fibroids were not shrinking as they were hoping. One day I will share my story. Today I don't have a womb nor tubes. But I'm so encouraged about this video. Be strong sussy

[@Othandwa]

You are such a strong woman, God bless you sis

[@phelisatyali579]

You have been through the most, I'm so sorry 😢

[@Thoughtsbyme-ts4jz]

I just had fibroids surgery last week and I feel so sorry for her. I am having a pretty pain free recovery. I’m sorry honey, so so sorry this happened you

[@Thoughtsbyme-ts4jz]

I’m currently living in Germany so I had it here but my sister also had the same problem. She got hers done 2 years by Dr Subrayen who works at the Ethekwini Heart Centre. She said his bed side manner isn’t the best but he is an absolutely brilliant surgeon who her gynea insisted do her surgery as it was pretty big. Hopefully you live around Durban

[@tnonkosi8021]

Thank so much.

[@Thoughtsbyme-ts4jz]

To offer some encouragement I also had big ones about 2 the size of oranges. The surgery was quick. I have this week off and all I have to take is ibuprofen (I have some myprodol my sister came with from South Africa). Luckily the same sister now lives in Europe as well so she is looking after me this week

[@isurviveditrixongile]

@@Thoughtsbyme-ts4jz Thank you so much Matt. I’m in Johannesburg, but I appreciate you sharing this information. I’ll research ☺️

[@missjones9737]

I had my surgery on the 26th.They removed 10 fibroids.the largest 10cm. Was in hospital for 3 days and got 4 weeks sick leave.am recovering well and not in pain.My gynae was really good and took time to explain everything. I also feel lighter like a heavy burden was lifted from me.

[@relliendlovu9243]

I had a similar situation, it took me 8 years to heal. Thank you for sharing

[@boi2melo88]

8 years to heal from surgery?

[@monalisandlovu4236]

Ahhhh 8years .l just dd endometriosis stage 4 surgery im scared now

[@valentinemaluleke4836]

Beautiful interview Xongi. Well spoken and you look extremely Beautiful 😍. Am so sorry you went through all that, however You look nothing like your experience. It didn't take Xongi! Amazing!

[@Bonangish]

You are a warrior I see God's mercy on your face. 🙏❤️

[@ncisept5900]

She just had to get most of the worst complications 😩. Thank God she's alive to tell her story

[@missfmulovhedzi6985]

The year was 2020 September when I had 7 fibroids removed with the biggest 1 being 15cm. They were removed through open myomectomy. Recovery took 6 weeks and the mental toll it took on me was more than my physical pain.

[@nonzwakaziprecious9507]

Where did you do it?

[@nonzwakaziprecious9507]

Which hospital and how bad was it, I am also due?

[@missfmulovhedzi6985]

I had it done at Life Casternhof in Midrand by Dr Rockson

[@missfmulovhedzi6985]

​@@nonzwakaziprecious9507it was very painful the 1st few weeks but the emotional toll it took on me was too much cause i was so angry why i didnt pick this eaelier. But with time it got better.

[@reflioekheswa6314]

What a strong woman you are 🌸

[@natheeah7369]

Wow! What a journey. God got you my dear.....

[@nomsasibakhe5485]

Wat strong woman proud of you xhongie

[@sizakelediya3872]

She went through a lot OMG that was too much. I'm in a panic mode going for a second opinion because the first one did a surgery all the time and I hate but you want a way forward you agree to do it. I did 2 Laparoscope, Hysteroscopy and 2 Dilation & Currettage I'm so so so grateful all these didn't complicate and it was miner but I don't miss the discomfort plus 2 egg collection which are painful too even though the first one wasn't so bad second one it complicated. I always make I go to Dr's that are recommended by people but sometimes even the best Drs don't deliver but recommended Drs are best. What as women we go through is beyond. Praying that you get to fully recover and wishing you all the best in future.

[@EverHopeful555]

Those in this comment section with fibroids please inquire about a a procedure called Uterine Fibroid Embolization

[@ScissorN]

Many people who did embolism suffer with getting pregnant, it's not a safe haven as it sounds. I choose not to do it after i saw people complaining about how hard it is to fall pregnant and and and

[@EverHopeful555]

@@ScissorN oh thank you I didn’t know about this side effect

[@ntandoyenkosidube9351]

Plant based diet is the best

[@zuzilezungu5899]

Thanks Mizi, you are an asset to this platform 👏

[@andilemantyi4601]

I'm so proud of you sthandwa sami, you are very strong👏👏👏

[@nkosingiphilethabethe4853]

She is so easy to interview too😍

[@eyethumkumla]

Yoh😩😩😩😩can't believe she went through so much! So strong

[@zawujahkatugga9960]

She went throw so many complications she was very brave she pulled through

[@ScissorN]

I love how Relo explained embolism

[@flavianyende480]

This is too much ..ooh my God ..glad ur well

[@sanelematong7724]

Shooo you are a strong 💪 woman, wishing you all the Best with your health (complete healing 🙏)

[@missmindo8569]

What a bad experience 😧😧 I'm very sorry

[@napemogotsi9910]

I can relate😭😭😭i had 5 operations to remove cyst and they kept on coming back, the last straw was when i was told i needed the 6th operation and then i refused 😭😭😭the trauma is huge

[@reenahlahla6614]

Tjooooo!!! what she went through is even too much for 7 people combined.

[@telenimbhiza]

Strong woman🤗

[@ScissorN]

I had a myomectomy a month ago and I have healed quite good 😢 i am always grateful. I also had heavy periods and I would need blood transfusions after 2 weeks, i had 1 fibroid that is a grapefruit size. I did my surgery at a public hospital yoh God i was scared. I had to get 2 bags of blood after the surgery... The surgeon messed up big time i would have gotten myself a lawyer noways 😭😭

[@zawujahkatugga9960]

She told her story well. How I hate hospitals

[@missjones9737]

Had a huge stomach and extremely painful periods and like you needed to take days off.no heavy bleeding though.I had my surgery on the 26th.They removed 10 fibroids.the largest 10cm. Was in hospital for 3 days and got 4 weeks sick leave.am recovering well and not in pain.tbe first 3 days needed help walking getting in and out of bed.My gynae was really good and took time to explain everything. Gave pain meds etc.I also feel lighter like a heavy burden was lifted from me.I should have done it earlier. My incision is healing well. That being said these things are spiritual.So let's keep praying.

[@millicentmanganyi1626]

How are they spiritual

[@nomsasibanda5877]

This is scary.im waiting for my pap smear results,then will be checked for fibroids.im in my 40s and I'm in a lot pain.i hope I don't go through what she went through

[@sepekomohololephalo2591]

In Feb 2020 I had to remove my uterus because of fibroids, I looked pregnant with period pains from hell and heavy bleeding. The gynae had to remove my left ovary too because the other one was attached to it. The pain was unbearable!

[@jamaicanonthemove.3239]

How is your pain now? Do you have any menopausal symptoms. Sorry to hear of what you are going through.

[@sepekomohololephalo2591]

@@jamaicanonthemove.3239 currently menopausing, no pains at all.

[@sbonisonkambule4259]

Eish 😭😢😢😢😢😥😥😥sorry girl for this experience

[@baldwin5510]

Can we please have masingita masunga on the show please.

[@zuzilezungu5899]

Xongi prayers 🙏 🙏

[@Afrosoil11]

Yoh this woman went through so much. It seems the hospital was very neglegent. And they gyno doesn't sound like she had clue. She was helped by the physician

[@mantelekhitsane8935]

I hear fabroids my heart stops cz my untie die after operation she was having internal bleeding nd infection 💔 😢

[@pacianegumbi9771]

Why is this my actual experience? I had a similar situation, consulted on a Saturday, went in for surgery the Monday. I have struggled with cysts now from 2020. The big one was removed in August 2020. Little did I know the type of cyst meant that I would have to part ways with my right ovary. The Gyne didn’t inform me then, I only found out three weeks ago that I only had one ovary and a cyst right next to it. Which is giving me back and pelvic pain.

[@pacianegumbi9771]

I hope your health will take a turn for the best from now on. My experience wasn’t as extreme as yours but I feel the pain you went through and I’m the same age as you.🤗

[@Afrosoil11]

Wow so sorry 😔

[@lydialekgothoane117]

So sorry to hear that☹️

[@portiadasdores]

Hello

[@mahlatsemasha2308]

I think I need to visit a gynae. I’ve been putting it off for a very long time😭

[@lkatisi7407]

Please do

[@mamoketemolete782]

Thats me..but decided hore nxt week im going its a need must do

[@millicentmanganyi1626]

Same here. Gaenos are expensive though😏

[@Nosipho846]

If doctors where to just tell ppl just go on a plant based diet, they'll loose so much money🙆I'm glad she asks questions from now on though

[@noxjan2698]

A horror show😱. I hope you are fully recovered 🙏

[@sontomtolo473]

Women go through a loy hey.😞💔

[@FinancesByLulu]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@enduranceholdon4932]

Y’all Camp Here? 😏👀👁

[@motshehoankuna6024]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@thebusinessstrategistbw816]

We live here

[@magugayonela8978]

2nd one here 🤭🤭🙌 wow am marking the register bathong 😊😄

[@basetsanamokoka5462]

I had 5 already. Now I know am heading for the 6th one.

[@tlhalosetsonkhasi8067]

She is a strong young lady indeed, by just listening to how she articulates her hardships, my body is becoming numb , such a trauma bathong, we thank God with her healing even though it's still a journey

[@seabelomhlanga7487]

You went through so much, but askies your mannerism was as if you were telling a happy story

[@isurviveditrixongile]

It took a lot for me to get there. Happy- No, but Courageous-Yes! And I’m more than satisfied that I dealt with (and still do) the emotions that were there for an entire year before sharing. Happy I was able to share the story with boldness and insight.

[@Afrosoil11]

@@isurviveditrixongile Don't take such comments into heart, you are a survivor. No need to be sad