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Chino Hills, CA

Does anyone suffer from anxiety and depression as well- stemming from endo?
I personally have noticed if I am not working on eating healthy and doing physical therapy or yoga . My anxiety gets worse as well as my depression.

March 27, 2016
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Members confirmed a strong connection between endometriosis and worsening anxiety and depression, with many describing emotional symptoms that... Read more

Members confirmed a strong connection between endometriosis and worsening anxiety and depression, with many describing emotional symptoms that spike about a week before their period, alongside physical pain and hormonal fluctuations. Several members shared what has helped them cope, including antidepressants, therapy, progesterone cream, birth control, healthy eating, and exercise, though some expressed frustration that certain treatments have not worked or that their doctors dismiss their mental health struggles. A recurring theme was the relief of realizing they are not alone in experiencing extreme mood swings, panic attacks, and feelings of hopelessness tied to their cycles, with members offering mutual support and encouragement to seek answers from their doctors.

A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

I definitely feel like my whole world is coming to an end - my hormones become out of control and I feel trapped, usually around ovulation and then again during my period. I can see it when I finally calm down, but in the midst of my wave of emotion, it seems like the only way out is to die. Extreme, I know, but in that moment I I can't see a way out. I've threatened to hurt myself and leave my husband (things I would never do when I'm "normal") - birth control is the only thing that keeps my head above hormonal water, but when I take it inconsistently all bets are off. We are both scared for me to go off of it to attempt to have a baby.

May 13, 2016
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

yes I do I've just been put on antidepressants and referred to therapist on my bad days my depression seems to get worse.

March 28, 2016
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

These questions and answers have helped a lot, I've always been up and down with depression and anxiety and now I'm wondering if part of it (not all of it, I know that) could be due to endo and hormone imbalances? Think it's time to go back to my doctor and get some answers.....

January 23, 2017
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

I think its a recurring mood problem if hormones are not balanced to get endo in remission.

January 21, 2017
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

every time i get bad pain (around 3 x a month) I get very emotional, upset, feel alone, tired and seriously lacking in energy. reading other comments above this is quite common. i thought i was so alone on this.

January 12, 2017

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