I am currently taking Visanne which has been working pretty well until recently. I am wondering what other treatments have been helpful for others? Does diet actually help with the symptoms and pain?

Hi everyone! When I first got my period at 10 years old (10 years ago now), I had extreme pain and so went to my gynaecologist who suggested that it may be endometriosis, but due to how young I was decided against doing a laparoscopy. Over the years I have tried 3 different types of birth controls, many different pain killers, anti inflammatories, etc., and I recently had an IUD put in. The pain has gotten worse over the years (and started to include massive back cramps, leg pain, etc.) and I am… read more

Is their any treatment for endometriosis without surgery ?

Hi, I started using Visanne about 3 months ago and am very worried about potential side effects. So far my skin has definately been worse but I’m also worried about hair loss. I seem to be shedding a lot of hair but it is hard to say whether it is more than usual as I have long hair and my husband was always complaining about my hair in the shower etc. has anyone else experienced hair loss on Visanne?

Anyone had laparoscopic surgery for ovarian endometriosis? Be it the left ovary or right ovary. (Mine was on the left ovary around 6cm)
Had surgery last November 2022, and it’s now august 2023, still feel an achy pain that comes and goes in the lower left abdomen.
Just want to know if anyone has experience this before. (Ps I’m taking Visanne (progestin hormonal treatment) but doubt this should be causing the sharp pain on the left side.

Hi, I know this has been asked. But what if I'm on no official treatment. I use herbal & vitamins to help me with my Endo. I've been trying to lose weight for a long time, I just can't seem to get there. I walk everyday, when i can i do Pilates. My job is mostly full on, and I already struggle a lot with fatigue. Is there any advice on what i should add to my routine, something to help with losing the weight?