Ladies, this subject popped up on my radar when I was doing some unrelated research and I thought it would be good to make some space to chat about this all-too-common problem.
Perhaps you know of a friend or relative who has been diagnosed with Endo (Endometriosis) or perhaps you have been quietly suffering with this condition for many years.
We can be supportive of those suffering with Endo, they have to manage pain and discomfort all too frequently.
There are emerging ways to manage the inflammatory condition related to Endo, and as a Naturopath I can offer Natural options, to support you, your friends or family. Remember, self-diagnosis is not recommended.
What is Endo? Below are some of the Fact
Endometriosis (en-doe-me-tree-O-sis) is an often painful disorder in which tissue similar to the tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus — the endometrium — grows outside your uterus. Endometriosis most commonly involves your ovaries, fallopian tubes and the tissue lining your pelvis. (1)
It is estimated that between 10 percent and 20 percent (1) of women may have some level of Endometriosis (2)
Common symptoms include:
abdominal (tummy) or pelvic pain before and during a period, during or after sex or when going to the toilet. The pain can be felt in the thigh or leg and may get worse over time. For some women, the pain is so severe they cannot participate in education, work or sport
heavy periods or irregular bleeding, sometimes with clots. Bleeding for longer than normal or before a period is due can also signal endometriosis
bleeding from the bladder or bowel, or changes in urination or bowel movements, such as needing to urinate more frequently
feeling bloated, with or without pain
being tired, especially around the time of your period
having anxiety or depression related to the pain
not being able to get pregnant (infertility)
However, not everyone with endometriosis will experience symptoms.
(3) What are the symptoms of endometriosis? https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/endometriosis
I didn't realise this was so common! Great post Therese.