Oh, I hear you, I am like that too, even now approaching menopause
I use to hate if I was going someplace that had nice swimming places, can't use those "you know whats", causes too much cramping, and can be unsafe, too.
I'm glad it worked out okay, now you can try to relax a bit

Sincerely,
DE

In giving advice seek to help, not please your friend
SOLON