Okay, I've noticed a pain in my bum/lower back area for a loonnnnng time now. Maybe about a year. It doesn't really hurt, but it's uncomfortable. It almost feels like a paralyzing feeling. No one in my family has endometriosis. But, I have noticed that I don't get any clumps in the blood when I'm on my period anymore. I used to all the time. Do I have the disease??? Help!
2006-10-25 16:12:21 · 6 answers · asked by kellz8706 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Endometriosis is a condition in which endometrium, the tissue that normally lines the womb (uterus), grows in locations outside the uterus. Endometriosis may cause adhesions (fibrous scar tissue) on the uterus. The uterus can become stuck to the ovaries, fallopian tubes and bowel. The pain of endometriosis can be so bad that it stops you from going to work or school. Usually, it causes pain around the time of your period but for some women the pain is almost constant. If you need treatment you may need emotional as well as physical support.
Very painful periods
In addition to period pain, endometriosis can cause:
Low back pain and thigh and leg pain
Ovulation pain
Nausea and lethargy
Pre-menstrual tension (PMT)
Bowel symptoms
Difficulty becoming pregnant.
Pain with sex
Many women think that painful periods are normal. If you have bad period pain you should see your doctor.
Special tests to diagnose endometriosis
The tests used to help diagnose endometriosis are:
Laparoscopy – surgical procedure performed under general anaesthetic, where a medical instrument with a video camera attached is used to examine your pelvic organs.
Ultrasound – vaginal or abdominal instrument that uses sound waves to create a video image of your pelvic organs.
Colonoscopy – a medical instrument with a video camera attached is used to examine your bowel. This is done if it is thought that the endometriosis could also be affecting your bowel. You would be sedated for the procedure.
Endometriosis may not show up during an internal pelvic examination. Your general practitioner may need to refer you to a gynaecologist if you have endometriosis.
Treatment options
Drug therapy
Medications used to treat endometriosis include:
Anti-inflammatory medications
Pain killers (Mersyndol is often used)
Hormonal treatments, which can all have potential side effects. There are different categories of these such as GnRH agonists (Zoladex, Synarel), androgenic steroids (Danazol, Dimetriose), Progestogens (Provera, Duphaston, Primolut) and the oral contraceptive pill.
Surgery
Surgery used to treat endometriosis includes:
Laparoscopic surgery - is performed to diagnose and treat endometriosis. Laser surgery may be used to remove the adhesions. This is done to reduce pain and improve the chances of you becoming pregnant.
Laparotomy - to cut out or burn tissue or remove cysts.
Bowel resection - may be necessary if the bowel has developed endometriosis adhesions.
Hysterectomy – (removal of the uterus) may be an option if endometriosis is significantly impacting on your quality of life and other treatments have not worked.
If your ovaries were removed during a hysterectomy, you would need to discuss hormone replacement with your doctor.
Natural therapies
There are many different forms of natural therapies that can be used to treat endometriosis. Most therapies may be used in conjunction with Western medicine or instead of surgery and drug therapy. Examples of different therapies include:
Herbal medicine
Homeopathy
Traditional Chinese medicine
Nutritional therapies
Massage
Yoga.
2006-10-25 17:19:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It does not sound like it at all. Generally endometriosis causes VERY painful periods. See my source link for more information. Here are some symptoms of endometriosis:
Painful, sometimes disabling menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea); pain may get worse over time (progressive pain)
Chronic pain (typically lower back pain and pelvic pain, also abdominal)
Painful intercourse (dyspareunia)
Painful bowel movements or painful urination (dysuria)
Heavy menstrual periods (menorrhagia)
Nausea and vomiting
Premenstrual or intermenstrual spotting (bleeding between periods)
Like you said, your pain is not that bad, and endometriosis is generally really painful.
This lower back pain actually sounds like you might have injured your tailbone. I broke my tailbone once when I was young by hitting the ground with my butt when I fell off a slide. If this pain is right where your spine seems to end, that is a more likely diagnosis.
If you are very worried about this, it is always better to check with your doctor to be better safe than sorry!
2006-10-25 23:17:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You really need to read "Endometriosis Bible & Violet Protocol" by Zoe Brown (also available in electronic format here: http://www.endometriosisbible.info ). It's about how to eradicate endometriosis disease forever. It worked for me, you will see results in only a matter of weeks. Good Luck!
2014-09-12 10:26:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not call that the symptoms of Endometriosis. Serious cramping, puking pain, bad periods, lots of gross blood, periods when it is not time, misery. Maybe it is the kidney? I know he charges more than I , but perhaps it is doctor time.
2006-10-25 23:15:38 · answer #4 · answered by Valerie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you don't have it, usually pain of endometriosis comes together with the period
2006-10-25 23:45:00 · answer #5 · answered by oracle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call a doctor? yeah- tell yourself that you have a non-treatable disease without asking a doctor to examine you. WTF
2006-10-25 23:14:25 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋