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Richmond, CA

Hi Everyone,

I have both endo and adenomyosis, the adno is worse than the endo in terms of severity in my case. I've been on continuous birth control since my first surgery 3.5 years ago. While on birth control, I've gained a ton of weight, still experience pain, and just don't always feel like myself (all the emotional side effects one can experience on birth control). I was laid off from my job a couple of months ago and during this time off have made the rather bold decision that I really… read more

September 29, 2018
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A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

I don't take anything.To me the hormones just made it worse.I just take one day at a time.

September 29, 2018
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

Bio-identical progesterone has helped me a lot. I couldn't tolerate traditional bc.

October 30, 2018
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

Hey how has it been for you so far getting off the pill? Thinking of doing the same thing myself I have endometriosis and Adenomyosis and I feel like the pill is just making my symptoms worse

October 28, 2018
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

Maybe ask your OBGYN, Gynocologist if Synarel could be prescribed? It improved my quality of life so much but you can’t stay on it for too long. I hope you’re feeling better today!

October 4, 2018
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

I haven’t had a period in over 3 years but was still experiencing pain and a whole host of other symptoms. The impact to my body going off the pill is pretty severe so far but hoping natural methods will be better in the long run. I hope you are in less pain...sending healing vibes

October 3, 2018

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