Here are some distinct Symptoms of Endometriosis that I have noted which many women share who have the condition of Endometriosis. You may not have all of the symptoms with Endometriosis. If you have at least 7 of them, it is worth researching further to ensure you can commence healing your body.
1.Period Pain
This is the most obvious symptom of Endometriosis. The period pain will generally be severe on the first two days and will generally not go away with just a pain killer or two. Your period pain is likely to be set amongst other symptoms such as digestive issues, emotional mood swings and irritability. Some women get such severe pain that cannot walk or even go to work. When the pain is ever single month then this is not normal. Women with Endometriosis often also experience longer periods or heavier periods but this is not always a definite indicator of Endometriosis as some women still have the condition with very little bleeding.
2.Digestive issues
When we first go to the doctor with “lower abdominal pain”, their first point of reference is going to be our digestion. When they ask us the usual questions, what is your digestion like? Do you have diarrhea? Constipation? Cramping? Well, yes we do…. all of the above. The problem is, these are actually a symptom of Endometriosis as well as other digestive issues. One of the ways to work out which is which, Endometriosis digestive issues are very closely related to our hormone fluctuations. We generally get an extreme (diarrhea or constipation) just before or during our period. Our digestion is closely linked to our hormones in our body so naturally they will interlink.
3.Lower Back Pain
This isn’t always a definite one but definitely worth a mention as many women suffer from lower back pain and don’t make the connection to Endometriosis. The Endometriosis can develop in the lower area of the pelvic area and settle on the Pouch of Douglas. This sits very closely to the nerves on the lower back and can therefore cause lower back pain. This can lead to pain running down the legs and hip area.
4.Feeling Emotional
PMS is one sign of Endometriosis but generally we have PMS times 10! We get such extremes with our emotions. It can be so extreme it causes friends to leave, boyfriends to break up with us and all sorts of nasty results. We feel everything in extreme. Extreme anger, extreme depression, extreme happiness. It is a heightened sense of emotions and they are not always during that first week of our period. They can occur at any time, for no logical reason (until you make a note of them and notice the trends).
5.Back aching and tension in the shoulders
The upper area of your back is likely to tense up and become stiff, especially around your period time. There are a number of theories as to why this is but many believe it has to do with a lack of minerals which your body requires for your monthly cycle, which it draws from other parts of the body, such as Magnesium.
6. Feeling cold often
This is based on a Traditional Chinese Theory that women who have Endometriosis have “caught the cold or damp” in their body. They believe we can chase out the cold from the body and thereby heal the Endometriosis. One of the symptoms I noticed was that I get cold easily and that my feet are often cold, even in summer. It is not a definite one either but it does show an imbalance in the body, which should get some attention.
7. Nausea
I personally don’t get much of this symptom anymore but I remember when my Endometriosis was extreme I would get it on the day of my period or a few days before. I would get it so bad that I would have to literally get sick to feel better. It was bad during the month too, especially when I was younger, in my teens. I would struggle to eat anything without feeling somewhat ill or queezy afterwards.
8. The love of sugar
A strong dependence on sugar is a big one. I noticed this once I went off sugar and how much I was actually addicted to it. I didn’t think I could live without sugar and when I did, I would get incredibly depressed, hollow like something major had happened in my life. I was incredibly dependant. Women with Endometriosis often express this love for sugar. I think it has to do with wanting to boost their Glycemic Index but it is often an emotional comfort food.
9. Sore Breasts
Having sore breasts a few days before your period is due is also quite common with girls who have Endometriosis. It can be so severe that you can’t stand the idea of walking anywhere and is caused by water retention in the body. Cutting out coffee is one of the easiest remedies to get rid of sore breasts.
10.Headaches, Migraines
Headaches are actually a sign from your body that is it not entirely happy with you. If you get them on a constant basis, this is a sign that you should listen to your body and change something! Both headaches and migraines are closely linked to hormone imbalances in the body.
11. Feeling tired when you get up in the morning
You should feel rested when you get up right? When you have Endometriosis it is common to feel tired often and especially hard to get up in the morning. This is because the body is still working through toxins in the liver.
12. Other inflammations in the body
Endometriosis is an inflammatory condition. This means the body is essentially “under attack”. The body will often display other inflammations in other areas of the body, such as an inflamed bladder, called Intestitial Cystitis. Other areas of inflammation can include your gums, your bowel and any organ that can become inflamed easily.
13. Poor skin health
No matter what cleanser you buy or how hard you try, your skin is still breaking out! You try natural things, you try stronger things and yet somehow your skin is never perfectly clear. The skin is a natural toxin releaser of the body. Endometriosis is closely linked to toxins in the body. When our skin is unhealthy it shows an imbalance and toxins are sitting in the body. Please note: there are heaps of reason why one can have poor skin but it is common for women with Endometriosis to have poor skin to go with it.
14. Puffy eyes or eye troubles
I never made the connection that when my eyes got all gritty and sore that it was related to my endometriosis. It is only now that my condition is heaps better that I recognise this as a symptom. Puffy eyes are also a sign of toxins sitting in the liver. They can be an indicator of gluten intolerance too. Our eyes are incredibly sensitive and show so much about our health!
15. Allergies
It is common for women who have Endometriosis to also suffer from Allergies, including an itchy nose, sore or watery eyes and an itchy throat. This is yet another overreaction by the body to defend you. Endometriosis girls generally have a lowered immune system which is the same reason we get allergies.
16. Pain during sex
This is one of the first symptoms I recognise as being related to Endometriosis as you can feel it instantly. It is a dull ache for me but for many women it can be quite severe and they can also experience it afterwards, in waves of cramping pain.
17. Bladder infections
It is common with Endometriosis sufferers to have an inflamed bladder and thereby also getting frequent bladder infections. If you are having bladder infections more than 3 times in a 6month period, this could be a sign of Endometriosis.
18. Bloating in the abdominal area
This is obviously going to be one of those that could be part of many other conditions but with Endometriosis it feels like you permanently have this extra weight sitting in your abdominal cavity. You try and go to toilet to get it out but it is permanently there. It feels swollen and sore. It can be only at certain times of the month but many women with Endometriosis have this feeling on a permanent basis.
19. A permanent ache in the lower abdominal area
There are many Endometriosis sufferers who don’t get this feeling at all but it is a symptom so in it goes! It feels like this kinda dull aching pain in one area of the lower abdominal area. It is not dramatically sore but it is just kinda there.
20. Eczema and skin conditions
Women with Endometriosis also often experience skin sensitivities due to a poor immune system and the desire for the body to release toxins from the body.
I am sure this list of Symptoms of Endometriosis will be updated again sometime in the future which gives us more and more accuracy to find those who may have Endometriosis but don’t know they do. It is one of the hardest conditions to diagnose, to the more we can share about our symptoms, the more we can help those girls out there who are silently suffering, not realising it may be Endo!
Hi Melissa, I really like your blog, it feels insightful well-researched!
I wonder then: have you come across ways to differentiate endo-symptoms from other conditions with similar symptoms, e.g. ovarian cysts or cancer? I haven’t found much information on this, but I wonder if they’re typically also cyclical(-ish); is there difference in magnitude or type of symptoms, or in how fast they develop..?
I was diagnosed with endo a decade ago, but always had pretty mild symptoms. However, during the past few months I’ve developed a bunch of worsening or new ailments (mostly cyclical), many of which are listed here (+a PMS week of mild evening fever, shortness of breath, heart palpitations and ankle swelling). They’re not excruciating (although have lowered my quality of life), so doctors want to “wait a little longer” to see what it could be. However since I’m normally healthy, I’m pretty anxious about this cluster of newly developed problems!
Hi Kat and welcome to my blog :) Thanks for all the wonderful comments.
The other symptoms the endo or any other condition, would all be treated the same way anyway. Get the imbalances in the body back in balance, flush out toxins and live well. I would look at your diet and stress levels and your first steps and not worry too much about what potential diseases you might have. The treatment is the same either way :)
Hi Melissa,
Thank you so much for this. I have the majority of the above symptoms. I am 22 years old and believe there is something abnormal going on. I’ve always had bad cramps during my periods. Not to the point that I am immobile, but still bad. I also get severe rectal and vaginal pains during the heaviest flow days. These pains are stabbing and sharp and spread to my pelvis. It gets so bad I lose focus and am doubled over. This only happens during my period. I am convinced this is NOT normal. I also get severe PMS symptoms (including those painful swollen breasts–almost a full cup size!). My doctor suspects I could possibly have endo, but wanted to treat me with the Mirena IUD to see if symptoms diminish (they did on the pill but i can no longer tolerate the hormones). I refused the IUD. Should I ask him for a laparoscopy? I am scared that nothing will be found and he and everyone else will think this is all in my head. I’m really frustrated and have a bad feeling about all of this.
Hi Leah,
If you didn’t go well on the pill, chances are you won’t go well on the Mirena either. It is still synthetic hormones being pumped into your body. It sounds like you could have Endometriosis. If you want to know for sure what it is, then ask for a Laparoscopy. Knowing what it is, can often make you feel better. Trust in yourself and find a better doctor if things don’t feel right. Your body does ultimately know what it needs.
Hi,
I’m so glad I found your blog. I suffer from almost all of those symptoms. I also suffer from rectal bleeding with painful bowel movements (I cry on the toilet and can’t sit still on the toilet), thrush, UTI like symptoms but clear urine samples sometimes, leg pain on right leg down to the back of my knee and weakness/feeling numb in the front of both legs, tailbone pain, burning knife like stabbing pain inside vagina and bowel, gas pains but no relief after passing wind, feeling my bowels moving, and fainting from the pain. Trouble eating due to the pain and nausea. 2 days ago I fainted I know when I going to faint because I yawn and feel warm and dizzy then when I wake I vomit. Before and after Christmas I thought I was going to end up going through the shower doors if I didn’t sit down on the shower floor. It’s really frightening and worrying that I could end up seriously hurting myself. Turning the temperature of the shower doesn’t make a difference. I faint outside of the shower too. I’m always tired but when I go to bed I can’t sleep. I have had episodes of fainting well before both surgeries and I always faint before my period is due. I’ve had ECG’s, MRI’s, and CT scans apart from ultrasounds and have always came back normal. My stomach is always bloated and hard. Period blood looks almost black and lumpy at the beginning and end of my period. I pass huge clots as well. No sign of fibroids either. Every time I go the doctors they think I’m constipated when I’ve already been. Alternating runs and constipation but stools are soft but can’t go. It’s sometimes difficult to wee and at times I will squeeze it out. I have had a laparoscopy last month but found no endo but still having symptoms of endo which I find strange. I also had a bowel obstruction adhesions from the appendectomy made my bowel loop and stick together, kinked, and twisted. I’m waiting for a endoscopy but haven’t heard from the hospital yet. I just wondering whether endo could be hiding in the scar tissue which would make it harder to see the endo where I had previous surgery. I only had 2 incisions for the laparoscopy and plus they had to cut my cervix to check my uterus. The scars are healing but they have keloids on them like the appendectomy scar and that was open surgery. I have asked doctors about but they say that clear endo doesn’t exist and would have seen it anyway. Is it possible? I’m getting the same symptoms but even worse now after the surgery. I’ve just about recovered from having septic tonsilitis but can’t seem to get rid of this cough. I’m allergic to most antibiotics and certain types of food trigger my symptoms too. My skin is sensitive, acne breakouts, body hair, and itch at times. I’m gradually changing my diet and have started cutting out some foods.
Do you suffer from anxiety at all? My daughter has been suffering extremely painful periods and many of the symptoms you have. She has had a lapo and they say she hasn’t got Endo . I have been taking her to a Pysio who is a breathing specialist and she has told me that extreme anxiety can cause the entire body to be super sensitive to pain and interfere with digestion and can throw out the entire nervous system . She is teaching her to breath properly and its due to her not breathing correctly that these problems have occurred. This information my or may not help you but every little bit of information helps. Good luck with things I hope you find a solution.
Thank you Deborah. I haven’t experienced severe anxiety but it could definitely be a contributor to not getting sufficient oxygen to the cells of our bodies. I would really recommend also getting into Yoga as this really helps with the breathing too.
I too suffer for about 10 years from all these Symptoms. I’m 30 years old and now being checked for endo. The last year i have developed chronic back pain too the point i cant walk or move for a week i have a cane :( also i think im having stomic seziers its really hard too explain my gyno says i have endo but waiting for surgery.He told me last week my cervics was way too soft? and i also have a polyp in my uterus. Im glad im not the only one.I am in chronic pain every day.Im depressed What i wanted too ask is my period this month is 3 weeks goes like this 7 days heavy 7 days of light blood like i have cut myself and 7 days of black,brown tissue i was told its normal is it?also what home treatments can i do too take all my pain down a little? im too the point where i want too give up :(.Also i have prolapsed stage 2 please throw me some advice as im in some need thank you and much respect.
Hi Krystle,
I am sorry to hear of your struggles. Bleeding as you are in certainly not normal. I would try some Serrapeptase to really heal the insides. Changing your diet is massive in your healing. Get onto real food :) All the best and I hope you keep looking for answers.
I have every one of these symptoms and more one thing I have noticed a lot with my pain is my right shoulder I used to think it was me hurting my shoulder but I realised it’s all to do with my cycle! Also wondered if nose bleeds are related too as I get them monthly with my periodxx
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Hi there, I possibly have endo, diagnosed by myself after months of reasearch, initally I suffered the pain (all of the above) then had a few months of various antibiotics for infections etc, finally got a gynae appt who told me their was nothing wrong with me (from my understanding there are quite a few who dont specialise or choose not to deal with) I then found a website that gives you the best consultants in ur area (drfosterhealthcare) I paid 250 pounds 8 weeks ago to see the best in my area and having my lap on tge 25th of may, looking forward to getting some answers tho still scared of the choices I will have to make after the lap. Im 33 with 2 children so will not be aimed at fertility, tho I cannot take chemical hormones (pill etc) so I know my options are limited! Will report back after my lap tho!
Thank you for this website, there are a few things on ur list that I have been suffering with but never came across b4, the cold body, I am freezing all the time but would never have put it down to endo, I suffer with shoulder pain too and a constant runny nose would this be related?
Hi Dawn,;)
Glad you found my site too. Congrats on having two kids. There are plenty of choices after the lap – though none of which you will find beneficial are in the doctors office :) When you are ready and certain it is endo, come back to my site and you will find heaps of options.
The links you describe are also links to other imbalances in the body – but our healing process is the same, no matter what the condition. Stay in touch and let us know how you are :)
i have all these symptons and been doubled over in pain for years without it being sorted and amitted to hosptial about 15 times and finally got key-hole surgery doctor said i had tear damage on womb and bowel n was ment to have sorted it but still in so much pain its unbearable and now refering back to get it confirmed i have endometriosis as finally worked out that its usually week before my period its worse and i can hardly walk with the pain in side and back. does this sound like it to you? thanks
I’m really glad I found your article. The PMS xs 10 really hit home. My question is, how do you tell the difference between PMDD and endo PMS or are they the same. When I was younger I was diagnosed with bipolar but I never fully agreed because my moods revovled around my period, or so inoticed as I got older. Nothing could explain my physical pain and after various testing all the drs could find was a vitamin D deficiency. Which has since been corrected, yet my symptoms stayed the same. The thing is that I have a lot of pain that is associated with endo. My gyno belives that I have endo. However he will not do a larascopy as he feels he’d rather try treatment first. So how do I know if I have endometriosis or PMDD? Does endometriosis PMS mimic PMDD symptoms?
Hi Britney,
I am afraid I am unfamiliar with PMDD. Could you share what symptoms you experience? It is likely to be a fancy label for PMS which is mostly a hormonal imbalance but be great if you could share more info.
If it is this, your main focus should be on the liver and flushing out the excess hormones which are causing the imbalance. Check out: http://www.cureendometriosis.com/the-main-organ-you-should-focus-on-when-healing-endometriosis-and-no-it-is-not-the-uterus/
I have recently been diagnosed with endo. My question is, everytime its around the time of my period I want to drink alcohol. The issue is that it is effecting my relationship because I act like an emotional wacko when I drink during my period. I’m fine any other time, up until I’n around my menstration, then mot only do I physically crave it, but I can’t fight the impulse to drink around my period. Does anyone else experience this? Is it possible to have endo and pmdd? Is this possibly a hormone problem from endo? Any advice of how to fix it?
Hi Jen and welcome to my blog :)
Oh sweets… endo is totally emotional and your desire for alcohol at your period is totally understandable! Hell, alcohol eases the pain and makes it all more bearable!
I am not sure why you would crave alcohol in particular. I personally crave chocolate! I figured out that my craving for chocolate was partly a lack of magnesium but also it was soothing my inner child- if that makes sense.
I have heard somewhere that alcohol is often something people crave when they need to alkalise their body. All I suggest is to drink heaps of alkalising drinks and foods. The best ones are Spirulina, Chlorella and blue green algae. Maybe make up a mixture of these with apple juice – they can taste quite strong. Or take a double dose of them during your monthly. Also, just eat heaps of raw green stuff :) Hope it helps. Let me know :)
Does any one suffer with there bladder i keep getting pain when i have empty out my bladder at the end. And keep feel like i need to go more often. I have been to the doctors thinking i have bladder infection but the results come back clear. They gave me antibiotic but nothing worked. Ended up at the hospital they didnt no what was wrong and let me go in pain with no pain killers.does any one think ive got endo in my bladder not sure what the syptoms are.
Hi Alison,
It is more than likely a condition called Interstitial Cystitis. It is essentially an inflammed bladder. I get it too :) The best solution I have found is drinking bicarbonate of soda with water (one teaspoon in a glass), twice a day. Also, cornsilk works wonders. Drinking heaps of water is really important and alcohol makes it heaps worse! Check out this blog article for more ideas: http://www.cureendometriosis.com/interstitial-cystitis-relate-endometriosis/
Hi, I can completely relate to this. I have 11 out of the 20 symptoms, but this one is also defiantly on my list. For me it is a sudden urge, and I’m not a big by any means.
Hi,
I have problems with my bowel movements and stomach bloating for a long time. I sometimes get terrible pain in my stomach and lower back and have no control over going to the toilet. The pain is so severe and I only find relief once I go to the toilet. l have never really suffered from bad period pain but when I am ovulating I often wake up in pain. I had stomach cramps a few months ago and I went to the doctor and was told I had an inflamed bowel. I am also extremely emotional and cry very easily. I have been told by family and friends that I could have endometriotis. What are your thoughts.
It is hard to say, based on your brief description. The only sure way is to have a laparoscopy. It sounds more like bowel troubles than endo but you never know.
am aged 24 but every since i started ma periods i have had severe painful periods and pains before my periods.
and i also feel as if some thing like a something is present at the left side down in the pelvis as if i would like to remove it
i also feel like wounds peeling off i cant stretch or move at all, talk am like drained
the pain moves gradually increasing in that it cut short of ma breath to the point where i faint or losses oxygen supply and cant even talk
i also experience painful sex
the pain starts from any up or down, or side ways but covers the all pelvis
it also affects my gastrointestinal so i tend to like being in the toilet so i can get out wht ever it is and release at of bad air and wastes.
i feel nausea, sick at times heavy breast i dont wht wrong with me
It sounds like it could be Endometriosis but you will need to see a Gynaechologist to make 100% sure. Take care.
Hello I am so glad I found your site it is amazing how many woman have this , I am due my first appointment on sat with a specialist my GP thinks I could have endo I have suffered with period like pain and lower back pain with rectal pressure everyday for 2yrs now I dred the day my period starts its so painful in my lower back and pelvis I’m so tired all the time, sex can be painful but it’s more afterwards I get the pain and aching thighs and hips, after reading a lot of story’s of other woman with this disease it makes me think I might not have this as I have 3 wonderful children my eldest is 12 and my youngest is 7 could this be the case I do not want this but it would be great to find out want is going on with my body so it can be sorted , I just feel like a old woman and I’m only 31 I should be feeling great .
Thanks again for taking the time to write this web page it’s so nice to hear other people’s stories Hope everyone is feeling better soon and gets sorted xxxx
Hi Nienie,
You are welcome and I am glad it has helped you!
You can feel better – just keep reading and you will find heaps of info :)
Hi Mellissa
Thanks for your reply but I just wondered from my symptoms do you think I could have endo I have been in horrible pain again today all in my pelvis and lower back and also in my thighs it makes me feel sick , do woman suffer with this if they have had children or is it less likely I am just scared it could be something else as my sister of 29 passed away last nov from colon cancer I have had a colonoscopy and it was all ok but I think its always in the back of your mind , cancer that is.
Thankyou in advance.
Hi Nienie,
Endometriosis can affect women after childbirth and even women who have had a hysterectomy. If you have colon cancer in the family, I would really focus on your bowels and get them working at their optimum. Check out my article on fermented foods for more ideas. http://www.cureendometriosis.com/fermented-foods-candida/
Hi, I’m a young adult and have found myself having absolutely every symptom you have listed. I’ve always had terrible, terrible periods since they began back when I was 13 and this runs in the family as well with my mom so I dismissed the pain as just a normal thing. But my periods are usually 7 days long, but even seem to last longer at times. They’re ridiculously heavy about the first 3-4 days (basically a super tampon every hour or two) and barely able to handle. Almost always I vomit on the first day of my period, and have very strange bowls and diarrhea and ten constipation, but it’s not uncommon for me to have weird bowls, Ive always had them. And pain pills usually only work enough to knock me out from my period pain exhaustion. I’ve always been very very emotional, and actually worry about it affecting my relationship with my boyfriend. My skins always been super sensitive. I have severe bloating with my abdomen right now, to the point of me looking pregnan and this has rapidly gotten worse over about a month, maybe longer. But it makes me feel extremely self conscious and I haven’t gained weight… I also have hypothyroidism so I’m constantly tired to begin with. And sex does seem to hurt, I was thinking this was normal because I honestly haven’t done it much but I get pulsing cramps after intercourse and even feel sore in that area the next day or so… And this all just really worries me and has been stressing me out… I just feel disgusting 24/7. Could this be a possibility…? I’ve worried about it so much because ovarian cancer runs in my family so any issues relating to sex an down in that region really freaks me out… How does this get diagnosed and treated…? I’m just rather confused. Thankyou for the article though!
Hi Ashley,
It’s okay sweets. There are many of us who share these symptoms and you can get better. I would get your hormones checked first and foremost as cancer in the family is definitely a sign of oestrogen dominance. Once you know where you are at, you can address that in natural ways. My favourite method is to focus on healing the liver but you can also use progesterone creams or herbal remedies – check with us first before deciding :)
Period pain and pain during sex is definitely not normal and it is a good thing you found my site and can do something to get better.
The only way to know if it is definitely Endometriosis is to have a Laparoscopy. Though you will find relief in knowing what you have, your approach to healign the body is always the same. Start with your diet and detoxing the body and you will feel better already. Check out my introduction category for more ideas. http://www.cureendometriosis.com/category/about-endometriosis/
Hi my name is sierra and im only 14 years old. I was looking online to see if i could find whats wrong with me and i found this website. i have 13 things that i am going through thats in this list. When ever I go to the hospital when im in alot of pain but they dont know whats wrong i go to the doctor and they dont know what wrong and neither do I. The things that are bothering me is Digestive issues, lower back pain,.Back aching and tension in the shoulders, Feeling cold often, Sore Breasts, Headaches, Migraines, Feeling tired when you get up in the morning, Other inflammations in the body, Poor skin health, Puffy eyes or eye troubles, Allergies, Bloating in the abdominal area, Eczema and skin conditions, and i also have asthma. Any one know what could be wrong.(Note i already had my period for the month)
It is hard to say but the key one with endometriosis is period pain. You could have Candida overgrowth, which also shares these symptoms – many endo girls also have this. I would recommend getting into some fermented foods or a good probiotic and you will be amazed at how much better you will feel. If you are not getting answers from doctors, why not try a natural health practitioner like a Naturopath or Traditional Chinese Doctor. They are more likely to give you some support and answers.
I have a three year old, and have been trying for another child for two years, though I have endometriosis rectally, in the ovaries, and on the uterious. I first felt my rectal pains when I was 6 months pregnant with my son, but thought it had to do with pregnancy, then my pains became more severe, feeling like everytime I used the restroom or farting, like someone was ripping my intestence out of my butt. I also have abdomin pains that never go away, but get worse. I also have had my cycle for 5 months straight. I was diagnose with endo June of last year through laboroscopy, and I go to a pain specialist for my rectal pains and next week I have surgery to destroy the nurve with alcohol. I had the block done which lasted for three months but since I cant take out my rectal, I have to manage the pain. I have a wonderful doctor who is taking great care of me. I refuse to get a hysterectomy since we are still trying for another child. I also am going for the depo shot, and im quite scared I may never come out of menopause but its a better chance then a hysterectomy. I was also told by my pain management doctor that pain killers wont take the pain away and make it worse for those who have endo rectally, since pain killers harden the poop.
I was devistated to find out I had endometriosis. I wanted to commit suicide at one point because of the severe pain and bleeding and everything you had on here, was my symptom, then I realized how lucky I was to atleast have my son, and a wonderful husband who supports me. Endometriosis does effect my life but I wont allow it to effect me as a person. I don’t show the amount of pain I am constantly in, and I put a smile on my face and continue life. I am also going to college to become a medical assistant, and in the future I will go back to college and become a RN.
Hi Donna,
I am sorry to hear of your endless struggles and the pain you are enduring. I can highly recommend a supplement called Exclzyme. It eats away the dead cells in our bodies and will also help with your digestive area too. I am truly sorry you have to endure such daily struggles. I do hope you are able to conceive as you sound like a wonderful person. http://www.cureendometriosis.com/serrapeptase/
Also, here is a free ebook I wrote to help you conceive. http://www.cureendometriosis.com/pregnant-endometriosis/
Hi i have just been to see my gyn on thursday 29th they told me i have ibs. I really think i do not have this because i do not suffer with diarrhoea or constipation.All i said to them is i go to the poo more when im on my period but not diarrhoea ? she did a pelvic Examination i got pain at the begining but then it got better. I have alway had pain when having sex with my husband.I also have really heavy periods and the pain is so bad each month i can not walk.I did’nt think period pains was connected to ibs. I get pain in my lower back sharp stabbing pains in my left side.3 weeks out of 4 i am in pain i feel they dont want to help me and telling me i have ibs is an easy way out. my gp wants me to have laparoscopy but because my gyn said i have ibs i don’t think they will give me one.Really upset i feel i didn’t say anoth when i was in there but i was really stressed out . one more thing does any one get stinging in there eyes like someone has put chilly in them. At first i thought i had hay fever but i still had it in the winter is this a sympton.
Hi Alison,
I am sorry the doctor you went to see was so unhelpful. Sometimes, they do unfortunately just don’t know about Endometriosis or make the connection that this could be the reason for your pain. From the symptoms you describe, it certainly sounds like endo. Are you able to see another doctor? Unfortunately, it seems that the only way to know for sure if it is endo, is to get the laparoscopy. If it is endo, you can follow heaps of the ideas on this blog to alleviate it. I would start with looking at your diet. Perhaps, look at when you are in the most pain – as in, what foods make it worse. Foods that contain corn syrup are often culprits, food that contain gluten and other inflammatory foods.
Thing is, whether it is endo or ibs or any other condition, your process towards healing is the same – you need to give the body it needs to heal. Detox it first, then supply it with the relevant nutrients. Much like you would give a dying plant the right nutrients for the soil :)
Please let us know how you go and if you manage to find a more sympathetic doctor. Natural holistic doctors are often much more sympathetic.
Oh, about the eye thing. I used to get really sore eyes, it honestly felt like I had glass in my eyes. I only had it when I went on the pill. It seems to have gone now that I am no longer on the pill. My eyes are still really sensitive though. The eyes are apparently connected to our liver – which of course makes perfect sense :)
I was diagnosed with endo back in December after having a laparo surgery done. The doctor was going in to do the laparo and an endometrial ablation. Well he ended up taking one ovary and removing a cyst. The ablation was not done due to how bad the endo was. The doctor said I was the worst endo he’s ever seen. Before the surgery I described to him how much pain I’m always in and that I have lived with this pain for more then 10 years now. Like most doctors he thought I was making things up until the day I had the surgery. So now I’m scheduled to have a hysterectomy on June 4 and I’m a bit nervous. All the women (9) in my family have had a hysterectomy and have nothing but good things to say about it. Luckily I have a two year old and I’m afraid to get pregnant again because the doctor said it could be dangerous. I understand woman’s pain that has to deal with this disease. I wish more doctors were familiar with endo.
Sorry to hear of your struggles and that the only option seems to be a hysterectomy. Have you read the story of Carolyn? It might give you some new ideas :) She had bad endo too. http://www.cureendometriosis.com/there-is-a-cure/
I’m so so scared now after reading this. I suffer from a few of the issues mentioned andI’m getting married and we really would like a child. Im terrified now. Will I still be able to?
Of course you will be able to Binks. You are doing the right thing in finding my site :) Just take care of your body and you will be able to conceive. Check out the free ebook – it will help you :)
Hi Melissa!
This article is so spot on! I’ve suffered from this since I was 13 y/o
and still it is left untreated, and I had bn to 3 different fertility docs.
It was actually a chiropractor when I was 21 who told me that due
to my tilted pelvis he thinks I could have endo and I should have it
checked out. Needless to say, for lack of insurance, it is still left
untreated. Any thoughts on LT untreated endo /infertility?
My husband and I want a child, and I know that I would need to be
treated, but since it was left untreated all this time, what are the
odds of not ever being able to conceive? I am now 36 y/o
Hi Mindy,
Endometriosis can grow quite rapidly in some women and in others it simply stays at the same stage. I had a friend who had it for years and still managed to have a child. It depends on the severity of your endo. You don’t have to have a laparoscopy to have a child and you can “treat” yourself to allow yourself to have a child. I did a free ebook on what you can do, a few weeks back:
http://www.cureendometriosis.com/pregnant-endometriosis/
so scared reading this i have so many of these ive just got married and want a baby im so worried
It’s okay. You can have a baby. Just go the natural route and it will all be okay :)
Hi, im so happy to have read this. I have had bladder infections and extremely bad period pains where ive had to call the ambulance and i have only just been diagnosed with endo. For 5years i seen doctors and specialists over and over, been poked and prodded. Finally i was the 1 that said to my doctor that it could be endo and i have finally been diagnosed! Tiredness is a huge symptom for me, along with painful sex and have had my period for over 4weeks now. Getting a laproscopy done in a few months so cant wait :) it was great to read your article, it put things together for me
Pleasure Jasmin! I hope it goes well and look after yourself! http://www.cureendometriosis.com/how-to-prepare-for-your-laparoscopy-operation-for-endometriosis/
Check out this article which might help you prepare for the op. All the best Jasmin! Hugs, Melissa
Hi melissa. I have had abdominal pains since I was 15yrs old and recently over the last 7months I have had bloatyness which is really bad its the same when I eat or don’t eat and my left side hurts I’m due to be admitted to the hospital to see if I have ibs which I’m scared about :( I just want to know what’s wrong with me.
Hi Leah,
It could be many things, as I am sure you know. It will be okay sweets. Maybe cut out Gluten as this seemed to help heaps with the bloating for me – I also get pain on the left side :)
Hi Melissia my daughter who is only 15 but has been having this problem since she was 14 seems to be totally debilitated by this terrible disease. She has terrible nausea every day shooting pains all over her body. Hot and cold flushes, Terrible stomach pains can hardly eat. Is depressed (who can blame her). She has all those symptoms and thats not even when she has her period then she has all the pain from that on top of everything else. I have just started with a host of natural treatments as main stream doctors don’t seem to have any answers we have been seeing an Osteopath which I had taken her to previously and that did seem to help . We have started Reflexolgy sessions and also seeing a Homeopath I think I have more faith in her than anyone else. Thanks so much for this great site and all your hard work.
Hi Deborah,
I am glad you found some things that have helped your poor daughter. She is very lucky to have you! – as I am sure I mentioned before :)
I would really recommend a Colonic irrigation. It has made a huge difference to how I feel and it helps with back pain and tension too. All the best and please let me know if you would like any help :)
Hi, I’m an endrometriosis suffer! Had a partical hysterectamy last year plus an extra op few weeks after developing a blood clot lower down in my pelvis which had burst but stayed connected t my intestines which twisted and burst where I nearly died! It’s been 7 months since the op and I believe all my symptoms have come back! I’ve now had 3 possible water infections, results came back negative but my doctor keeps prescribing antibiotics when I have said the disease is back! But they don’t seem interested in getting me refered back t gyrny and have test done! I’ve told them I have persistent burning pain, swelling of lower adomine, intolerance t certain foods, very thirsty, in need of surgar which I crave, continuous sore throats and wet nose, skin irritation, back ach, legs continuously throb like my back hip t hip, sore breasts, legs n boobs swell, whole body aches, tired all the time! Had a hormone test up the hospital results came back normal! Due bloods again, my GP thinks the disease will be picked up in my bloods, not the case I’ve told him! Told him it took 18months from this practice 1 doctor t decide t have me refered t hospital for tests where I was diagnosed with this disease! In those 18months I was fed continuous amount of antibiotics and food drinks cus I losted loads of weight t a size 4! I believe this disease is back and spreading! What should I be doing next as this disease coated everything inside. Thanks for listening and it is very frustrating being a sufferer when doctors and consultants don’t quite understand us when we tell them what’s happening with our body!
Hi Annonymous,
It sounds like you have been to hell and back! There are two things I would recommend you do. The first one is fairly easy and will totally change your craving for sugar, back pain, aches, tiredness and food intolerances. It is a Colonic. It flushes out all the old debris and bacteria sitting in your bowels. Anti-biotics would have killed any hope of developing your own natural good bacteria in the gut and it is likely that you are suffering from a Leaky Gut Syndrome and possibly Candida (sugar craving).
When you are feeling stronger, get a Liver Flush done. You can do this yourself but it is probably safer to have it done with a Naturopath. It will clean out your liver and expel all the toxic build up in your body.
It is toxins in our body that create more endometriosis and the sooner we flush them out of our liver the better.
Naturally a good diet, herbal supplements focusing on the liver and superfoods will help too but ultimately we need to start from scratch and give your body a fighting chance to heal.
Let me know how you go and all the best,
Melissa
Thanks for this site and the article, as well as your detailed feedback to all of the comments. It’s hard to sort out information on this, and there is a lot here!
I recently have been told that I need to have laparoscopic surgery to remove ovarian cysts that my GYN suspects are related to endometriosis. I have had a few instances in my life with severe abdominal pain due to what doctors now believe have been cyst ruptures. However, I don’t have many other symptoms of endometriosis. I am not in pain most of the time, and while I do get cramps around my period, I was always told everyone else did too!
Of the above symptoms, I would say I have some period cramps as well as some digestive issues (ahem) and bloating at the start of my period. I do also sometimes experience what I thought was “ovulation pain” mid-cycle. I just always thought these things were “normal,” and they’ve never interrupted my life. I’m nervous about the surgery, but I’m at a loss for what else to do, since the cysts do not appear to be going away. I’m just wondering if severity of symptoms correlates at all with the severity of endo (and hoping it does…I’m afraid of their finding horrible things in my abdomen!).
Also, I was wondering about the meat thing, since I’ve heard from other sources that getting ENOUGH animal protein is a concern. It’s all so confusing!
Hi Becca,
It is so confusing! I know :)
The meat thing is bad for endo as it is often from poor sources of meat. Our poor animals just don’t get treated the best and are fed things like corn and soy products. These contain high amounts of Omega 6, which throws out the ratio of good oils in our bodies – basically they cause inflammation. I know there is heaps of propaganda about protein – I think it is the meat and dairy marketing personally :)
http://www.cureendometriosis.com/endometriosis-pain/
I get my protein from Spirulina, Quinoa, whey protein shakes and heaps of super foods. Meat is just hard for us to digest and creates excess fat for the liver too….
There is one supplement which I haven’t had a chance to report back to on yet – it is called Vitalzym, Exclzyme/Serrapeptase – all very similar but Serrapeptase is the most important ingredient. It actually dissolves cysts and dead cells in the body. I have been on it for 3months and the results have been amazing! – I shall do a video post on it just for you tomorrow :)
The severity of symptoms is not always indicative of the severity of endometriosis cysts. Sometimes they just don’t sit on areas that are painful and other times they can be quite a little but cause a heap of pain. For peace of mind, it might be better to have the surgery to make sure – if you are worried about it. It sometimes helps us also feel better just knowing what we have :)
Let me know how you go and all the best Becca.
Hugs, Melissa
Hi, I have been suffering for years with all the above symptoms. When I have been to the doctors I thought I would sound like a hypercondriact if I list all the symptoms together.. And the pain is constant… But gets worse around the time of my period, but there isn’t a day in the month anymore wen I’m not in pain. My skin has been bad for a long time but was just my face like acne, now I have rashes and spots all over my stomach and arms, I’m very forgetful, I don’t know if this a symptom but it is starting to cause me concern..bin told I have ibs, prone to migraine I have headaches daily and my last migraine came and went for 3 wks was treated with morphine at the hospital it was so bad… I’m just sick of being in pain now and feel like well maybe I am just bein soft… I have pain in my back down my legs and in between my shoulders that gets so sore I it hurts to hold my head up.. They took a urine sample from me today at the doctors he now thinks I have a urine infection and get the results by Wednesday if anything is found, can endo be detected from a urine sample? I feel like I am being a hypocondriac and to top it all off I lost my job today because I have had time off due to pain. I’m at my wits end to be honest x
Hi Maxine,
I am sorry to hear of your struggles sweets. You are not a hypercontridact at all! We are all going through this stuff, on some level or another! You are right in how you feel and it is annoying that no-one gets this!
Your symptoms surely indicate endo but might have to see what the doc finds. The bladder infection could be causing additional pain but no they can’t detect endo from a bladder test. Try some Castor Oil packs in the meantime and you’ll feel heaps better. http://www.cureendometriosis.com/castoroil_for_endometriosis/
Hello all. When I seen this my eyes really opened! I am 19 and was just diagnosed with endometriosis, but at first I was diagnosed with adenomeiosis, a similar problem. The doctors believe that the adenomeiosis evolved to endo but it is seeding which is almost impossile to cure even with surgery. I have had pain ever since I can remember when it comes to my menstrual period and intercourse. I know being 19 is young to worry about sex but I am in a committed relationship for over two years. I have always had pain during intercourse and it would get worse afterward for the next few days. The pain become horribly bad a few months ago which is when they did extensive testing. What I find ironic is that I suffer from IBS, sleep fragmentation, eye aches, I am totally addited to sugar (thought that was just me being a girl lol), I have had shoulder and back pain since 16. Why nobody notices all of these symptoms at once is beyond me. They have gave me the option to either have an IUD or surgery. The IUD scares the hell out of me and I have only heard bad things about it, and surgery is just as risky. I would just like to say thanks for posting this and showing me that I am not crazy!!!
Hi Nicole,
You are totally not crazy and it brilliant that you are doing your own research and figuring out more about your body!
There are heaps of better options other than just surgery or IUD. Try Serrapeptase. It is a natural product which literally eats away scar tissue and adhesions! It is brilliant!
Other than that, it is a good idea to clean out your body with a good detox or colonic. I know it sounds extreme but you will feel soooo much better and it is really not as bad as it sounds – I am going to the colonic place next week to do a live broadcast :)
Here is my experience:
http://www.cureendometriosis.com/colonic-for-endometriosis/
I have had bad abdo pain 4 years, horrible periods and headaches now today after suffering nausea vertigo, sweating, chest pain, tummy pain the runs,cramps and constipation I have been told I’m being referred to an gyne with suspected endometriosis ! My tummy is swollen and I’m at my wits end have no energy and worried about my 8 month old because I am in that much pain at times and my Hubby is in the army. I was told I will be having surgical procedure.. Anyone know the ins and outs of this. Ie how long in hospital. ? Pls
Hi Naomi,
It sounds like you might have endo. If you need to go for the op, it is usually done in a day or even a half day and you are admitted straight way. It does take a number of weeks to recover – depending on the severity of your endo.
Check out this blog:
http://www.cureendometriosis.com/how-to-prepare-for-your-laparoscopy-operation-for-endometriosis/
Hope you go okay and find some resolve. Hugs, Melissa
I just recently found out I have endometriosis with ovarian cyst. They also seen fluid in there through a CT scan. I am about to go to my first appointment concerning this health issuse. I have no clue about what all endo can do, andif I have to have surgery? I do know I seen were this can be passed through your genes and my grandmother on my dad’s side had ovarian cancer this scares me, if I had this would they be able to tell through a CT scan any info or suggestions would be greatly appreciated Thank you, Crystal Nisbet
Hi Crystal. Endometriosis can grow and take over much of the lower abdominal cavity, which can cause pain and also infertility. Though we do inherit many of the diseases within our families, we can also do something about it, by treating the body better than perhaps they were able to. I know when I visited my Naturopath, she said I had done remarkably well considering my gene pool!
You can take control over your health by giving your body what it needs to heal. Cutting things out and surgeries are not the only option. The body does actually know how to heal – we just need to provide it with what it needs to do that.
I wish you all the best and big hugs from me and everyone here!
I am 23 and have had painful periods for as long as I can remember, starting early this year they started getting too heavy especially on the second and third day. Then about four months ago i started spotting and having them for about a week, with a lot of nausea that stayed on even after the period, so i practically had nausea everyday. so after a month i went to the docyor and was tested for UTI which i had and was given primolut N for hormones to regulate my period, there was no difference after that and i had to go to the doctor again and this time i was sent for a abdomonal/pelvic ultra sound where i was told that my uterus is extremely infected and they were worried that the antibiotics i had taken for the UTI didn’t help with that, then i was found to also have endometriosis and fluid in the puch of douglas. All this time i had nausea, lower back ache and severe headaches daily. so i started on treatment, i was given antibiotics, orgametril for 6 months and a couple of other types of medication, after about a month the nausea has been on the decrease, i have just completed my second month of orgametril, the spotting was still there for last period but everything else had gone. Now again for the last three days, the nausea, headaches, lower back pain, stomach pains that sometimes feel like i have diarrhoea, sweating, exhaustion in the morning, and i have had acne for about a month now. I am now confused as to whether i am improving or getting worse.
Hi Barbara,
I am sorry for your struggles! Antibiotics will play havoc with your digestive system and has probably thrown out the Candida balance in your body. I would get onto a really strong Probiotic or get yourself some Exclzyme/Vitalzym – I did a blog on it a recently. The diarrhea, exhaustion and acne are all sings of that this could be Candida overgrowth. Stay away from wheat or grains and sugar too. If you are in a warmer climate, get out in the sun or if you can get a device that mimicks the sun. Candida loves dark, warm and moist spaces – our bodies. We want to reduce it’s overgrowth by drying it out and stop feeding it. The Candida will also affect your endo and PMS. I have done a few articles on Candida, just type “Candida” in the search box and you should get some video’s and info on it.
http://www.cureendometriosis.com/candida-endometriosis-pain/
http://www.cureendometriosis.com/personal-experience-candida-recognise/
http://www.cureendometriosis.com/candida-and-endometriosis/
Thank you so much for posting this! I’ve been suffering through extremely painful periods for the last 5 years and couldn’t figure out why, The pain started after I had a miscarriage (ectopic pregnancy) in 2005. The pain has just gotten worse over the years and like others, I take several over-the-counter pain relievers to help dull the pain. Found your article and felt like it was directed at me! :) I’ve had most of the symptoms mentioned especially the sugar craving! I never had much of a sweet tooth, but over the last couple of years, I have an intense craving and feel “off” when I try to cut it out of my diet. Thanks to your article, I’m going to try cutting out gluten and make an appointment with a doctor ASAP!!
It is my pleasure Britt! Keep in touch and let us know what happens :) I am here for you – hugs Melissa
Hi! Thanks for putting this up! I’ve never understood why I had almost all those symptoms but after reading this I don’t feel alone. I’m 28 and I was told I have endometrioma. I started having severe pelvic pain for 4 months. It makes me feel so depressed that I can’t do anything. Just standing for 30 minutes causes pain. I hate going to work everyday because I constantly feel pain. It’s so bad that I’ve taken motrin, aspirin and Aleve every day, but now I need more than 1,000 mg of motrin, but even then the pain is not all gone. I will have laparoscopy surgery to remove it but not until Jan 11. What can I do meanwhile to relieve some of the pain. I’m so drained and tired of not being able to be active cuz it begins hurting so bad. I feel like I’m getting worse everyday. My husband is supportive but I feel bad for always complaining, especially when i work and for not being able to do anything.
Thanks!
Hi Jackie,
I am sorry to hear of your struggles everyday :(
There are a few things you can do, before your op. Cut out Gluten from your diet. I can’t believe what a difference this makes – especially since I had some yesterday and boy have those symptoms come back 3 fold! Secondly, get yourself a Castor Oil pack. They are really affordable and stimulate the lymphatic system. http://www.cureendometriosis.com/castoroil_for_endometriosis/
The other changes take some time. But here is a great overview article to give you some ideas: http://www.cureendometriosis.com/10-things-you-can-do-to-help-your-endometriosisright-now/
It will get better…. it has to! Here for you if you need me. Big hugs and take it easy before and after the op. http://www.cureendometriosis.com/how-to-prepare-for-your-laparoscopy-operation-for-endometriosis/
Hi Melissa. I am 16 years old, and have been having very extreme period pain since about may 2010. I was in the er every month until I was put on birth control, which helped for abput a year. I had stomach pain after eating, and i was reffered to a G.I. doctor who put me on a medicine that was supposed to expand your stomach so I could eat again. For couple months I was great, but then the period pain became bad again and I was put on a different birth control pill. The doctor said it was a higher dose but Ive been on it for about a month and i have felt sick every day. The doctors have considered many things, and found out I have thyroide disease, but also think I could have endo. I have almost every symptom, and have been researching about it. I just want to thank you for this site, because it has helped me feel like im less of a weirdo lol. I am trying a diet, but I am a total meat lover, and I dont think I could ever be a vegitarian. Any comments would be great:)
Hi Jet,
It is my pleasure! I hope you find out what is causing all this pain and struggling! Maybe explore chinese medicine or a naturopath for some other answers – doesn’t sound like the doctors have helped you much :)
If you really love meat, try eating organic at least that way you won’t get all the hormones and nasty stuff with it!
I just found your blog and it has made me feel like I am not alone . I am about to turn 30 and I have been in pain since I was thirteen it took until I was 21 for any one to figure out I had endo by that time I was in a horrible way. I had a lapro operation and they found I had moderate endo which apparently for a 21 year old my doc said was very rare they burnt it out and for three months I was in bliss I felt amazing I remember thinking this is how other people live . It didn,t last though and it came back with vengeance. Since then I have tried many things I took an iavetic med that not only made me feel well but I got pregnant as well. I have a son and many people talk about feeling better after although I did it was very sort lived. I am about to try to change my diet and remove gluten and see how it goes
Thank you for your wonderful info!
Congratulations on your son and finding a way to feel better. What is iavetic medicine? Not heard of that one? Diet and gluten helped me tremendously….
So horrible that it took that long to find it! Luckily, you know where to go now :) right here!
Thankyou thankyou thankyou!
I’m 20 and have had problems with my period since I was about 15. Before that, I was regular as clockwork (even though it was painful).
Things got real bad about two years ago and I went for ultrasounds, pap smears, blood tests, hormone therapy (which ended up with me in ER suffering contractions even though i wasnt pregnant) etc, eventually find an awesome gyno who managed to put me on a pill with one hormone – this in conjunction with implanon made everything more manageable and I was able to have sex without pain or blood for the first time!!
Now, 8 months later, things have gone backwards again. I’m going in for surgery soon to see if I have endo, but the doctor is 99% sure I have it severely – and reading this blog makes me realise that all my problems are due to endo.
I sleep 8+ hours and feel exhausted, and am on anti depressants (a decent dose) because of my extreme moods….I’ve had that dull pain in my stomach and I have a period every 7 days (with spotting a couple of days either side)..during which I need to take Panadene Forte in order to sleep, and a mixture of other pain killers to deal with the days.
I also have really bad acne (currently being controlled by antibiotics).
I hate being on so much medication, but I can’t cope otherwise! Seeing this blog has really helped, and if anyone has any other suggestions, please feel free to contact me….I feel utterly alone in this and not sure how to cope.
Hi Rebecca and welcome to my blog :) You can feel better, just keep reading my blog and you will find heaps of valuable info! You are never alone… there are heaps of us out here :) You can cope without all those medications – I know cos I was just like you for a while there. Start with one thing at a time and slowly find your own bodies healing powers :)
Thank you so much! seriously, ive had the endo for 5 years and never realized how many things i have wrong with me are all from it, I never wake up fully i wear winter coats in all mornings and evenings of the day, and i could never figure out why my eyes bother me all the time. really thank you, i’ve done my share of research but never bothered to read a completely list of conditions. Now im not to sure that this is a symptom but since my endo’s been worse i find that i am never energized or motivated i almost feel as tho i am slowly dying and im to tired to care. Is this just myself or would that be also related to the endo?
Hi Deb,
It is my pleasure! Being tired is a definite symptom – will add it on shortly :) It makes us feel flat, unmotivated and even depressed. I did an article on this too : http://www.cureendometriosis.com/could-we-all-just-be-really-really-tired-could-our-bodies-just-be-exhausted/
It is just your body trying to cope with endo. You aren’t dying sweetie – just tired and possibly exhausted with it all :) Big hugs,Mel
Hi Melissa, greetings from Indonesia!
I almost cried when I first read this article. Looks like I have 99% of the symptoms. I’ve been married for 1,5 yrs and experienced a series of miscarriage. It’s not about the physical pains but emotional ones.
I will soon see a gyno and try to make some adjustments regarding lifestyle (starting from eating habit!). Thanks again for the sharing. Im looking forward to your updates :)
Hi Qq, I am sorry to hear of your miscarriages. Your body just needs to be be ready to carry a child. I am working on an ebook to show you how to do that, so it should be emailed to you when it is done :) In the meantime, take care of yourself and maybe start meditation or Yoga. I find I feel so much stronger emotionally doing Yoga :)
http://www.cureendometriosis.com/yoga-home-great-way-to-save-some-money-and-still-get-into-yoga/
This article might help you too: http://www.cureendometriosis.com/how-to-change-the-way-you-think-of-your-endometriosis-and-your-body-5-easy-tips/
Big hugs. All the best, Melissa
Hi there.
I have endm and after treatments i ha no more pain and was 100%. I now have all the symtoms and know for a fact it is back but refuse to go back for any ops. What are the natural ways of treaing it (foods, tablets, ect) I know gluten and yeast were the things I could not eat for 6 months should I do it again?
Hi Jade. Yes, definitely cut out gluten. Also check out my most recent articles under the Breakthrough category :)
Im 23years old after four years of going back and forth to different G.Ps and being told i have ibs and even “its a shame about that” by one male dr about my period pains i was sent to have a transvaginal scan which showed that my left ovary measures 33x54x41mm and is behind my uterus, a dermoid cyst and “internal echoes suggestive of endometriosis.” After reading the article I have most of the symptoms including always being cold my family always laugh at me as i can where a big coat in the middle of the summer. I am also always tired i can have 8hrs sleep then within a few hours ready to go bk to sleep. i have been refered to see a gynae consultant and have been waiting four months and have another two months before i see anyone, which is making me feel down as intercourse with my husband is unbearable and i sometime have to push him of me and i also fear that im infertile.
Thanks its nice to know what causes my symptoms
Hi Rachel. If it helps at all, I used to feel all of those symptoms plus many more and now I only experience one or two. Start with your nutrition and focus on destressing as much as you can and you can get there too. Heaps of info on here, so keep searching and reading :) Big hugs! It does get easier!
Thanks for your sharing and advice. I am def going to try your suggestions as I have tried many other things – my biggest thing is that I drink like a fish which is just tons of sugar and everything else my body does not need, but it helps to ease the pain / aggrivation at the end of each long day…. I need to be strong, be positive, be focussed and I am sincerely hoping that your blog will do the trick. Thanks for you honestly. God bless you and all the women who live with Endo :) xxx
Hi Lara. I know alcohol used to be my friend like that too :) You can get better just like me. Just keep reading and searching and the answers do come!
i am 18 years old. i have been having trouble with my periods for about 3 or 4 months now. i was 11 years old when i had my first period. everything was normal. reading this article i have 19 out of the 20 symptoms you explained. i went to my gyno about a month ago and had a pap smear, everything came out normal so i just thought it was my period acting up. my cramps got worse so i wound up in the er one night after work they did a sonagram and a internal sonagram. i dont have any cysts but i was told my uterus is inflamed. i have a appointment to discuss endometriosis with my dr to see what he says. my mom and everyone i have talked to say it isnt normal to be experiencing all this pain for no reason. i have a slight pinching pain in my lower pelvic region 24/7. at times it is severe and at times its just there. when i go to pee it doesnt “burn” its more of a deep cramping feeling. i have period like symptoms 3 weeks out of the month! if i am lucky i get one week with very light pain. my stomach is always bloated. it feels like i just got done stuffing my face. i have this lower dull back ache all the time, i blamed it on carrying my backpack and on my feet working all the time but i have been off of work for 2 months out of the summer so now im rethinking this. when i am able to have a bowel movement it hurts extremely bad in my lower stomach, its like a gas cramp but it can get so severe i cant push so ill have to hold it in and just sit on the toilet and cry. i am extremely emotional 99% of the time. my bf has told me he’s getting tired of my attitude. i have been on antidepressants since i was around 15. when the pain gets so severe i get dizzy,light headed and ill even get slight nauseated.. i miss work and school at times. when the pain gets bad pain pills dont completely get rid of the pain. i have not been diagnosed with endo yet but i do have a strong feeling this is what i have. any comments or suggestions are greatly appreciated. :) thanks
Hi Rissa and sorry to hear of your struggles so far. It certainly sounds like Endometriosis which is often hard to diagnose just through an ultrasound. I would focus on healing your liver and changing your diet 180degress. Go off dairy, meat and gluten and you will feel heaps better within a few months. I used to be like you sweetie but now my pain is only once a month for a day. It does get easier :)
Thanks for the feedback and the quick response. I do not have IBS, urinary infections and I don’t think I get emotional too easy. I’m irritable around my period and that’s about it. I can always feel ovulation. And I just found out my paternal aunt had severe endo and had a hysterectomy 5 years ago. Can it be passed through genes? She never had kids. I will be reading more of your blog and I really appreciate and follow the body’s natural way to heal. When I go to the OBGYN are there any types of questions that I should ask to help diagnose what my issue is? If I follow some the diet suggestions, can it be healed or at least better the symptoms?
Hi Trish. No problem at all :) Endo can be passed on through the genes and it certainly sounds like you have many of the symptoms. I would get an ultrasound done just after your period as this gives you the best chance of trying to see abnormalities on the screen. It is more about telling your OBGYN all the symptoms you have. Tell her about IBS, Bladder infections and all the symptoms on this list. When you get them and when they flare up is vital. Also note what foods aggravate things. I noticed that gluten was massive in my healing. Yes, you can definitely improve your endo with your nutrition and the supplements I suggest on this site. It is all about creating perfect balance :) Let us know how you go!
Wow, I stumbled on this blog and I feel like it has been the best information since I started researching a week ago. For that, I thank you. Just recently, I had an awful cycle/period that actually kept me from daily routine and I missed a day of work.
After I researched, I did some digging in to family history and looked back at my personal history. Truth is, I’ve always had painful menstrual cycles. I remember being diagnosed with Dysmenorrhea when I was a teen. My doc put me on birth control and it controlled the pain well for almost a decade. Almost all of the symptoms below, really. I got off of BC a few years ago and now the symptoms are back: Spotting 1-3 days before cycle begins, 24-hours of painful cramps (sometimes much longer), Severe bloating, Fatigued – no energy and sometimes painful sex (around cycle).
It’s not like this every cycle, probably once every 3-4 cycles. But I still need pain killers every time as it is still painful enough. I’m wondering if I now may have Endometriosis. Does it sound like it? I have a pap exam with my OBGYN next month. What kinds of questions should I ask her when I go in to have it figured out? Does this disease really cause infertility? I’m concerned it could be causing a lot of scarring.
Hi TJS. It certainly sounds like you could have Endometriosis. Unfortunately, it is quite a hard condition to detect with a Pap Exam or Ultrasound and often needs an internal exam to know for sure. One of the main symptoms are the painful periods. Also, you would likely have lumpy or clotting in the period itself (sorry for the graphic) Do you have bladder infections? Irregular bowel syndrome? Do you get emotional easily?
It can cause infertility as the Endometriosis cells block the fallopian tubes which inhibits the sperm from getting to the ovaries. It really depends on where the endometriosis cells land and grow. There are completely natural ways of flushing out the Endometriosis, so please don’t worry about how to get it out. I have heaps of information on this blog on how to get the body to heal itself. Research any treatments options carefully before taking the first suggestion your OBGYN might suggest. I am here to help :)
I’ve was diagnosed with endometriosis 2-3 years ago, and had a laparoscopy 2 years ago this month, which improved my symptoms for a long while, but have noticed in the past few months nearly all the symptoms above are returning and making me feel miserable again, and the new symptom for me was the gritty eyes, I often wake up looking puffy eyed and tired before the day even begins…my painful periods are the only symptom that doesn’t seem to have made a reappearance, although ovulation pain can last 1-2 days for me. I constantly feel tired, and 1 month ago I became a grandmother, so I just want to feel well again and enjoy my little grandson rather than worrying about all the aches and pains I get every day. I also have IBS and am quite often bloated and uncomfortable. I have just said to my hubby that we are going shopping tomorrow to buy healthy foods and foods you recommend to see if I can get myself healthy again :o) Fingers crossed, but this site is a great help and it feels nice to know I’m not the only one feeling this way.
Hi Sally and welcome :) The gritty eyes was one I had for years while on the pill. Much better now. I found a few things helped. Cut out dairy – seems to come back the minute I have any. I also avoid all the nasty chemical ridden make-up and creams. I only use coconut oil on my skin and it does wonders. Apparently a few drops of coconut milk will heal your eyes instantly. It does get easier with time and patience. You are certainly not the only one :)
I have most of the symptoms, but some I don’t. The nausea for me is a massive problem, I literally get nausea every day, it seems to be related to heat and becomes worse if I am in a situation where I think it would be embarrassing if I were to vomit. I seem to have pain episodes, it is a general pain everyday, in my back (behind the lungs though not lower back) and in the abdomin and leg cramps. Then I get times when things are much worse, this week has been the worst, I can’t really relate it to menstrual cycles as I take the pill back to back for 3 months and so don’t get a period. This week I have had severve pain everyday – the strange thing is it seems at it’s worst at around 5pm everyday, is that weird or does anyone else have that. It is so painful and I get flashing pains down my legs and with every episode I get angry just before and nausea then I get the pain, I cry during the bad pain and it seems miserable and endless and then about an hour later it mellows it still hurts alot but I am out of crisis. Then I get really tired, I am worried that through reading all of this and focusing on it it will become my whole life. I already have to cancel social occasions and I have to deal with work (I don’t get sick pay, a big worry) The thing that I am most worried about is that this is the 3rd month since I have started the pill and this week has been the worst symptoms since I was in hospital!? Surely that means it is getting worse not stabilizing? Also how long is the recovery time for the surgery, I cannot find it anywhere and obviously it is a worry with not getting sick pay!!?? Thanks for your response in advance
Hi Jayju. I hope I can alleviate some of your concerns. Your recovery really depends on the severity of your endo. My last operation only took 10days cos they didn’t find any endometriosis. The first 5 were more like 3-4weeks. It really depends.
It sounds like the pill is making your endo worse. http://www.cureendometriosis.com/should-i-take-the-contraceptive-pill-for-my-endometriosis/
It may be worth considering a natural alternative :)
Endo doesn’t need to become your life. It is really up to you and the choices you make for your body :)
HI Melissa
When you say “stay away from fats” are you EXCLUDING good fats? Like fatty fish or avocado? Or are you recommending staying away from all fats?
Thanks!
Hi. Just the bad fats: dairy, meat and over processed oils. Stick with Coconut Oil and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Fatty Fish and Avo are fabulous for us as they help with reducing inflammation :)
Thank you for posting this list. My endometriosis is flaring up again after a couple of quiet years where I was able to get on with life. I have just found your site and it’s a real source of information and support. Only other endo sufferers can give us true empathy!
It’s nice to know there are physical reasons why I cannot get up in the morning rather than just feeling/being LAZY! By late morning I do feel a little better but it takes so long to get past the sleepy, muffled, nauseous and painful first couple of hours :( I guess it is because hormones are unsettled in the morning…. ?
There are so many symptoms on this list that I had never connected to endo, from gritty eyes to shoulder tension. I’ve previously used diet changes to alleviate my endo, and I think I am going to try that avenue again, but also investigate Chinese Medicine at the same time.
Anyway, thank you again for posting this list, it’s been a reassurance to me.
Emma
Hey Emma! It is my pleasure. The reason you can’t get up in the morning is because your liver is struggling to process the toxins and overload it is struggling from. Don’t feel bad – we all have it :) Get onto some Dandelion supplements and take those three times a day. Also avoid fats in the diet as the liver hates those – coffee and milk are particularly bad. Glad the diet changes worked for you in the past. I love chinese medicine! Let us know how you go :)
Hi, thanks for your reply! How much dandelion root would you recommend? I have bought some supplements, 520mg. It says 1-2 per day on the bottle. Thanks :)
Hi Emma,
That should be fine as per the bottle. :) You don’t want to overdo it either cos your body may react too much. Here’s to healing!
wow amazing I have EVERY one of those issues..I never thought it could be related to Endo..I have endo and funny because most people get pain during period but I dont get that often mine is REALLY bad during ovulation otherwise an irritating pain that just never goes away. I also have Interstitial cystitis as well and DR is also pretty positive I have Adenomyosis as well they def all go hand in hand..after reading your post i just thought to myself wow this is amazing yet scary due to all the signs that are there but no one ever realizes it I have so many health issues and it seemed to all start right before being diagnosed with endo. thanks for posting that it makes alot of sense :)
Hi Melissa,
Excellent blog! I never got a lap but I know I have endo. I changed my diet (I don’t eat gluten, eggs and cow’s milk) I got tested and I’m allergic to those 3 foods. The change in diet did help, especially avoiding eggs but still got menstrual and ovulation pain until I found a natural product called Fibrovan (Nattokinasse+) Have you tried it?
Thanks Ara! I haven’t tried Fibrovan. I am interested by the idea of a blood thinner such as Nattokinasse as I have had much success with Ginger, which is also a natural blood thinner. Thanks for the suggestion. I shall look into it further.
Hi Melissa,
Thank- you so much for your quick reply! I think my P cream is ok, it’s BHRT compounded for me, it’s 6% and I use 1ml twice a day. I use it from day 10-start of my period. I wonder if I juice twice a day (using dandelion root, lemon etc) if that will help? I do have a lot of anxiety and it really prevents me from taking pills, yes even if I know they will help. Melissa, last night after reading your site I decided that nothing is going to happen unless I make it happen!! So 2 strategies I am comfortable with are
1. juicing
2. castor oil packs.
Do you have liver supporting juice recipes on your site?
Also my tail bone is often very sore. Could that be related to all this as well?
Thank-you on the congrats for losing the weight it is nice not to be lugging it around.
Also I want to start exercising, but walking is really all i can do right now…I hope that is good enough!
Thanks Melissa…you are truely an angel for having this supportive site and helping all of us who have so much to learn.
HUGS
Hi,
No probs and glad you found two methods that you want to implement. Excellent choices! I am not sure about the tail bone being connected but maybe try some yoga to alleviate it. The standing dog position would be brilliant for it. Walking is brilliant – even just 15minutes a day. Just do it every day and you will feel better already!
Sorry, I don’t have specific liver supportive juices on the site ….yet. Try carrot, beetroot and pineapple initially. Once you get used to juicing, try a really good liver one- cucumber, parsley, beans and an apple. The greener the better.
Hugs back and thank you
Hi Melissa,
I sit here mystified by all that has happened to me in the last 2 years. Yep it’s been 2 years since I felt like myself! I will try and make this short.
Physically I have not felt well in a long time, being chronically overweight my whole life I have recently lost 67lbs on a Candida protocol diet.
I had repeated bladder infections that I took lots of antibiotics for. Diagnosed with IBS at 30, ovarian cysts found at 35 (who knows how long they have been there) painful periods and ovulation complete with intestinal cramping. Been to all the specialists I care to see…and now i am wondering if I have Endo.
I seem to have all the symptoms you mention and have for some time. My Dr. keeps telling me it’s anxiety…well if she felt as cr@ppy as I do I am sure she would be anxious as well. I do have an ND…who put me on the Candida protocol for 9 months (hence the weight loss) my Cortisol was way high back then as well. I now have a thyroid nodule growing but my thyroid numbers are normal. But all the Drs say nothing is wrong. I am using progesterone cream for PMS etc.
Melissa….for 2 years I have kept saying “something is wrong” and no one will listen!!! I know deep down something is out of balance…no one should be this tired fatigued and feel this old at 40!
I don’t want lapro just for them to say “you have endo”! Do I really need the surgery?
I think I need to take action and just assume that the liver is not doing it’s job like it should and I need to help it. I am scared, frustrated and angry…I know I have emotional scaring like you have…I know I need to address that as well. I plan on reading your site and some how find the energy to help myself.
Thank you Melissa for this wonderful site..and if there are words of wisdom you have for me…I would be nothing less than grateful….
Hi there. You should be very proud of yourself for having lost so much weight and being able to loose all that weight. That is fantastic and it will certainly help your body heal and get back into balance. What has happened is that due to the excess weight, you have placed extra strain on the liver. The liver flushes out our toxins and also regulates our hormones. By placing excess strain on it, it simply won’t be able to do its job as well. This will affect everything from your skin to your bowels to your endo pain and of course ALL hormones.
I understand your frustration and anger and perhaps you should allow that to be. I used to literally scream about this stuff every night for a while until I got it out of the system – emotional healing. :) You know there is something wrong and it is good that you trust in yourself enough to know that.
Make sure the progesterone cream you are using is the right one as some of those can make the situation worse. Check out Endo-resolved.com to find out more about them – until I can write a blog about them in the next few weeks. :)
You don’t have to have a Lap. I haven’t had one in over 8years and have managed to keep endo under control. It all comes down to diet and lifestyle choices you make each and every day. Trust in yourself more and heal the imbalance.
Dandelion Root is my first recommendation to activate the liver and secondly get onto some Maca. This will help your hormones and your thyroid. Read heaps more on my blog and you will find the answers :)
Yes like most of the others i tick all the boxes. Had tubes removed previously and Laparoscopy/Hysteroscopy to remove extensive endo. Pinching pain and ache in hip and right groin, lower back pain, digestive problems, cold, big time bowel problems, IBS and even Diverculitis, Hernia and Prolapse making my life absolute misery. They changed their minds re Hysterectomy as they fear adhesions will get worse as they original stuck ovary to bowel both sides. Bloating bad and now going through menopause real helta skelta of symptoms yet despite all this nothing being done just pain killers and Fybogel, Colpermin and Sleep Tabs, pinches when i sit in low chairs also.
Frustrated, anxious, in pain and often I believe some think im exzadgerating the medical profession clearly don’t know what to do next!
Dear Julie. I am sorry to hear of your struggles. I would strongly advice you go and see a homeopath or chinese doctor who can guide you on healing, through natural methods. Why not try the guy from this video – http://www.cureendometriosis.com/some-motivation-for-us-to-keep-searching/
Perhaps the “not being able to perform the hyster” is a blessing in disguise. My heart goes out to you :) Big hugs!
Hi Melissa,
Bad big clots during periods could also be of the endo reasons. And yes, I feel cold easily too. Also, one other thing I want to mention is dysuria – painful urination. For a long time after getting married, I suffered chronic dyuria which just got diagnosed as a UTI and no antibiotics would heal me. That ofcourse happened cos the underlying reason for the UTI was probably the endo.
Thanks for coming up with this nice comprehensive list.
Thanks for that one. Another reason could be Interstitial Cystitis. Check out this article I did: http://www.cureendometriosis.com/i-went-for-the-laparoscopy-and-they-found-no-endometriosis-but-i-still-have-pain-what-is-going-on/
The flemy throat thing is probably called post-nasal drip, and can be part of an overall allergy picture, along with hayfever etc.
Since allergies and endo go together, it would make sense for flemy throat to do so as well.
I’m interested to read about being cold, since I am permanently freezing (expensive heating bills!) but I have been since forever, since I was very young and well before endo.
Hi Rosie. Yeah I think flemy throat just describes it so well :) It can also a sign of Candida which is more than just allergies.
The cold thing is something I found out through studying Chinese Medicine. They describe our condition as having “caught the cold in our abdominal area”. It is a different way of looking at things but many of us share this symptom. I found having “warming food” such as ginger, pumpkin and a heap of others good for it. Next time you get really chilly, try making one of my ginger drinks. They contain a heap of warming ingredients and you will warm up from the inside out.
Wow…I have all of those too and have been suffering with this for 12 plus years. I’m so glad I found your site!
It’s a pleasure Liz! I know some seem so obscure but wow!…. all connected to the same thing!
I had Endo last year and has a Laparoscopy done last May. I have been having the same symptoms in the last 6mo as I did last year. Went today and they think I may have Endo again. I didn’t realize you could have it more than once, has anyone else had this more than once? I don’t want to go through it all again. I have ALL of the symptoms and I’m just tired of it. I’m 24, so a hysterectomy isn’t an option yet. Am I horrible for complaining about it coming back? Just tired of it! I work in a factory and that doesn’t help any….
Hi Jessica. It is likely that it has come back. It grows back fairly quickly. I am sorry the doctors didn’t tell you the likelihood is pretty high that it does. You don’t only have a hysterectomy as an option – there are heaps better out there and those don’t fix anything anyways!
Read this one: http://www.cureendometriosis.com/just-take-it-all-out-i-need-relief-what-you-need-to-know-about-having-a-hysterectomy/
Go natural and keep searching for holistic methods and you can get there too :)
I did not know that about hysterectomies. It’s so scary. I’m going in for an ultra sound tomorrow, It’s all just a big run around. I didn’t know about anything natural until I read your page last night. I am willing to try whatever it takes to help this. I’m missing work and getting into trouble for it. Thank you for all this info and support. It’s hard when everyone around me doesn’t understand.
Hi Jessice. Well I am so glad you found my site as it will hopefully help you with more information :)
Don’t worry we all understand and are here for you!
HI Mel,
Thankyou thankyou for publishing this list. Having suffered with endo for over 10 years I have read many symptom lists over the years but wish that I had read this one first! I would agree that period pain is number 1 and wish that digestive issues/bowel issues was number 2 on every other list I had read. The one that really amazed me was the cold. That is me!! I have never seen this as a symptom- another one I wish I had read years ago.
I am loving your blog posts. I have been following a wheat/dairy free diet for 5 months and just cannot believe the changes.
Thanks for all your work.
Hi Riss! It is my pleasure, my pleasure! I keep coming up with more too. One I realised today is the “flemy throat thing” not sure what that is called by I reckon we probably all have that one too.
Glad to hear you have gone wheat and dairy free! That is so hard. Try sugar free and you will be amazed! :)
No probs.
Hi Melissa,
I have the following symptoms: cold all the time, lower back pain 3 days before my period, digestive issues and skin breakouts after I ovulate. However I do have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis which causes tha same symptoms above. I am going in for a lap to explore/ remove endo, since we cannot get pregnant an everything else checks out ok. Do you belIeve I could have endo? I think I might but I am not sure I would like your experience opinion.
Thanks
Hi Aniux. One of the biggest symptoms of endo is probably period pain which you haven’t mentioned. It could be something within the “woman’s bits” but I can’t say for sure if it is Endo or not based on what you’ve said. I hope the doc is able to give you some answers with a proper examination. Hope it goes well for you!
Thanks. I rarely have any cramping mostly bloating and low energy. No pain at all. I really hope we get sone answers this week. Thanks again
Hi Aniux. It could be some as obvious as Gluten Intolerance or something digestive too. They seem to have similar symptoms to Endo. Hope you find out soon and it is nothing too serious :)
I am sorry you have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.One of the most gifted Dr’s told me they run hand in hand.I actually have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis too.He was looking constantly for it after finding the Endo.I hope you try the natural way before doing too many invasive things first. Remember Hashimoto’s thyroiditis can affect you getting pregnant too.Perhaps tying to work on that naturally will help. I have been doing this over the past few months with amazing results even though all Dr’s said I couldnt beat Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. I am also working on my Endo that way too!I hope for the very best for you & I hope for good news of a baby soon :)
Hi Melissa, I just had the laparocospy done no long ago and I have had two periods already and they are the same symptoms or even worst than they used to be. I think I have like 15+ of the symptoms that you mention on the list I even haven’t been able to have a baby and so a this point of my life I don’t know what outs to do I’m so tired of this, have you found a solution to this problem?,,,let me know cus I don’t know whats next for me,,,Im 32 years old and have had this since 14 years old…..
thx
Raiza
Hi Raiza,
Sorry to hear of your struggles with all the symptoms. Just work through the list and target each one independantly. Your first point of focus should be your diet. Cut out dairy, meat and gluten and you will notice a massive improvement! It takes commitment but when you have struggled for so long, the commitment to get better should hopefully be a little easier :)
Hi there. I too have practically all of these symptoms- which im not sure whether i should be relieved or frightened by. At least it’s just one thing causing all these issues, not just a million different issues? Hypochondriac speaking here, but i am not exaggerating my symptoms. I am currently experiencing some now, and it is debilitating! The pain basically runs my life for about a week, not to mention all the other things that go along with it. Though of course im sure stress is a contributing factor… anyways, this post helped a lot! Narrows my window down a bit so i can go to sleep at night knowing im not crazy/sick with everything. Thanks!
Hi SJT,
I found it beneficial to put it all down to one thing, rather than thinking we have contracted yet another condition to deal with. This way, it is somehow more manageable. Eventhough I am sure at this stage of the game you would rather cut some out! :)
I tackle each symptom seperately though and that way I can start to tick them off the list, one by one. The biggest one to heal is digestion…. which means changing your diet. It makes for an instant improvement.
I have every one of those symptoms and never knew all of them were endo related! Especially the puffy eyes, upper back pain, and the skin conditions! Im just starting to learn about my condition, thank you!
Hi Melissa, there are probably heaps more that I haven’t thought of yet but hey we shall keep adding them onto the list. At least you can blame it all on endo this way! :)
It is my pleasure Deb! It is great to get a confirmation of all those niggling things :) You can beat going for a hyster! Add some superfoods into your diet too – they do wonders :)