If so, do you think 1 condition can flare up the other and ideas of causes and/or best ways to manage flare-ups and symptoms?
I have both. And yes I do believe the flare ups overlap/combine.
I just had sex for the third time ever but for the second and third time, I felt a sharp pain shoot from my butt and lower back. I didn’t feel the pain in my lower abdomen though. The pain was worse off when doing the doggy style. Is this normal during the first times you have sex or I actually have endometriosis.
I have had a laparoscopy and I feel the same way. Doggy Style is a hell no because it hurts so badly. The only way I can do it without pain is on my back and I have to take it slow at first no matter… read more
For me i get hot flashes off and on from my endometriosis.
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I am I wandering what are your experiences with birth control pills? I am currently on the Mirena ... I have over 2 weeks periods, back pain, fatigue and mostly and don't really love life anymore ... I always had trouble with the pills. It alwayls gave me anxiety and depression to some degree. The problem is, with endometriosis you sort of have to be on hormones if you don't want the pain ... so I was wandering if any of you had experience with Lybrel (or Amethyst the generic)? any mood… read more
Because of my PCOS and endometriosis, I suffer from chronic pain and anemia which has led to significant weight gain (more than 60 lbs, 20 of it in the last 3 months). Now I’m going for a full hysterectomy in April and beginning hrt shortly afterward. I would appreciate any advice and/personal experiences. Thank you!
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I had surgery in September for removal of cyst off both ovaries and when they got inside they found a lot of endometriosis they also removed my appendix because it was so diseased. They also placed the mirena to help. After surgery they told me I should feel 100% better. Well I didn’t. They sent me to pelvic floor therapy and I completed 6 sessions, the therapist stopped treatment because I was showing no improvement. My doctor has all but wrote me off and wants me to see a nutritionist because… read more
#1 I had nausea I had a a scope down the stomach and diagnosed with gastritis (I don't drink alcohol so most probable cause would be all the inflammatory medications I've taken over the years for all… read more
I am curious if anyone has tried testosterone to treat endo symptoms? NIH study published last year showed low T in utero is one of the greatest predicting factors for development of Endo. There are also other medical studies showing that women with the Diagnosis are much more likley to have low testosterone levels than control groups. I am not a medical professional, so I don't know all of the reasons that testosterone may affect this condition. But I have had symptoms now for decades , that… read more
I have the opposite issue, right now we're not sure if I actually have PCOS, or if that was a misdiagnosis [meaning it wasn't actually PCOS and was Endometriosis]. However, I have elevated… read more
I have several lumps in my pelvis that can be felt through my skin. They have been there about 18 months and get larger and more painful around my period.
I've had ultrasounds in the past (before endo diagnosis) and was told on each occasion that the lumps are swollen lymph nodes.
I've since been diagnosed with endometriosis, which was found in various areas of my pelvis.
My consultant thinks the lumps may be inguinal endo (apparently wouldn't show during usual lap) but wants to wait another… read more
I had a hard mass in my lower pelvic area for about 12 months. I would get inflamed during my periods and the bloating was horrible. I finally asked for a lap and an umbilical hernia fix, as I was… read more
I am lucky enough not to actually have endometriosis on my reproductive organs. I do, however, have a LARGE endometrioma in my abs (laughing bc my abs haven't seen the light of day since the 90s). My second c-section left me with mass. It's about 2" NW of my scar. I work for surgeons and one is taking the mass out in a few weeks. It's not a lap procedure. It'll be through my old c scar. Would love to chat with anyone with a similar situation. I'm not a candidate for ANY hormone meds bc of heavy… read more
I have AWE. After a misdiagnosis, we found out that's what it was. I know exactly what you mean about the hot scissors pain.