How long does a womans cycle last if she has endometriosis?

Answer 1

To the above post - Endometriosis is NOT "inflammation of the lining of the uterus." That would be endometritis, a VERY different condition. Please post accurately to avoid the spread of misinformation.

Re: the question at hand - the cycle itself is no different than in a "normal" woman. That is to say, the average 28 day range. However - what can happen in women and girls with the disease is breakthrough bleeding, irregular bleeding/spotting, heavy flow, etc. In women who also have adenomyosis ("Endometriosis interna"), the flow can be excessively long and extremely heavy.

Hope that helps.

Answer 2

Endometriosis is a common medical condition affecting an estimated 89 million women of reproductive age around the world. With endometriosis, tissue like that which lines the uterus (the endometrium, from endo, "inside", and metra, "womb") is found outside the womb in other areas of the body. Normally, the endometrium is shed each month through menses; however, in endometriosis, the misplaced endometrium has no way of leaving the body. The tissues still break down and bleed, but result is far different than in women and girls without the disease: internal bleeding, degeneration of blood and tissue shed from the growths, inflammation of the surrounding areas, and formation of scar tissue result. In addition, depending on the location of the growths, interference with the normal function of the bowel, bladder, intestines and other areas of the pelvic cavity can occur. Endometriosis has also been found lodged in the skin, the lungs, the diaphragm and even the brain.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endometriosis

Answer 3

The cycle stays the same the same (26-28 days normally) but the duration of menses can last up to a week and a half. Any hormonal treatment given for endometriosis can of course alter the menstrual cycle itslef.

Answer 4

Endometriosis mean inflammation or irritation of the lining of the uterus. A woman's cycle is usually more painful (cramping) than usual, but the flow can still be anywhere from 3 to 7 days. Teens generally have lighter flows and they get heavier as they age.

Answer 5

It usually lasts longer than usual anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. For that reason, a lot of people can get anemic from it. Tell your girlfriend/wife to make sure she gets plenty of iron (I recommend Floradix liquid iron from the natural foods store). You just pour the dose in juice (I like it with orange juice) or you can drink it by itself. Also, I don't know if she would be interested, but I know of some natural remedies to help clear the endometriosis up. She should take Chaste Tree Berry extract (aka Vitex on some labels) everyday, probably for at least a year or longer. When her period is late, she can take Blue Cohosh, and when she's bleeding heavy or her period's going on longer than it's supposed to, she can take Periwinkle. The best kind of extracts to take is in liquid form though, because it's more potent and works better than the powder capsules. I used to have this problem too and it worked for me. So I don't have to taste it, I put the recommended doses in an empty capsule and took them that way. If she's on any other kind of medicines, she doesn't have to worry because they won't interact with anything she's taking, and herbal remedies won't interact with each other either. Also, Vitex works slowly, so she might not notice results until a few months down the line. If she takes Periwinkle to stop the bleeding, she should notice something in two-three days. And if she has any pain, the Vitex should also take care of that, but if not, Black Cohosh might work.
Hope this helps. =)

Answer 6

The menstrual cycle is normal unless otherwise directed. The endometrium lining fluffs off and sneaks its way down the fallopian tube. There it sets up shop, usually near the cul de sac. When it comes time to cycle, these cells flair up and prepare for menstruation.

The treatment options are:

1) Surgery by Laproscopy (most efficient)
2) Stop menstrual cycles though continued use of birth control. While this does not cure it, it does stop the pain associated with the disease
3) Hormone Therapy

There is no know cure and the cause is still up for debate. I believe its do to the endometrial lining sluffing off and making its way down the fallopian tube.

Its vital to see a doctor as it may cause sever scar tissue and limit your ability to become pregnant.

Answer 7

The cycle length is the same as if she didn't have endometriosis.

Answer 8

All women will vary. I had it and I had a "normal" cycle - mine lasted about 5 days. My pain came from when I had sexual intercourse. My doctor did say that it was unusual. Cycles are longer most of the time when you have this problem.

Answer 9

I have endo (even after a complete hysterectomy) I bled everyday (shedding excess endo) for 9 months before I had the hysterectomy. My periods otherwise were VERY heavy and lasted 7-8 days.

Answer 10

I have endometriosis and mine is still less than a week.