Hi Chloe7. I have an upcoming excision surgery, so I haven't had it yet. I did however change my diet to a healthy keto (lots of vegetables and healthy fats) and do seed cycling along with iodine for hormone balancing. My periods are much lighter already and menstrual cramps are close to none. However, I am having surgery because I have an endometrioma and I still have severe gas pain during my cycle, so I'm worried about lesions on my digestive system. I also have issues with fatigue and POTS which has gotten worse.

Janet, TENS unit is a wearable device that sends electrical pulses to help with pain. If you search online “tens unit for endo” lots of options come up. I am not sure how helpful it really is, but I am going to try to get one covered by insurance to see if it helps with the pain.

Thank you so much Kaley! I have a follow up next month and will bring it up to my Dr! I agree I’m so used to just not saying anything especially with my first obgyn, the medical gaslighting is real. Thank you so much for sharing I appreciate it!

What is TENS??

I have had 5 cycles now since my lap-ex surgery last June (I was on norethindrone for about 5 months after my surgery for suppression). I have had very heavy flow for 3days with each period making me dizzy, weak, it’s been terrible. I had a f/u with my surgeon and he ordered tranexamic acid to take during my period for heavy bleeding. I just started my cycle so this is my first time trying it but hoping it helps. I was reluctant to report back to my Dr because like I’m sure all of you, I have a history of being told things are fine (when they don’t feel fine). I am so thankful my surgeon always listens and takes me seriously. He also ordered a repeat US to see if my endometrioma has returned. 🙄 Here’s hoping that is not the case.

He also recommend TENS unit for my pain. I have not tried that yet.

I just encourage everyone to keep reporting symptoms that are interrupting your life. There are treatment options and if you’re not being given options, get another opinion. I believe there are providers out there to help, we have to keep speaking up and seeking out the right healthcare support system. I hope your symptoms get better soon! 💜