Lower Left Quadrant Pain?

Question

HI
There is a Hx of PCOS however the latest ultrasounds state normal ovarian size and uterine lining of 8mm

pressure is a constant 2-3 across the low pelvic area with a constant pain in the lower left side. Pain gets worse from time to time and when laying on stomach with back slightly arched

The doc ruled out diabetes and insulin resistance.
Last pap was 9 months ago and it came back clear. A uterine biopsy was done at that time and it also came back clear
Recent blood work showed a free and overall testosterone level of 2 and near 2 times normal levels (respectively)
Also extremely elevated was triglycerides 303 - while this girl is healthy, she is overweight.

Any ideas of real problem? Could really use some extra ideas of how to approach this
thank you

The doc said that the ultrasound came back good. This is good! The last time one was done the info was that the lining of the uterus was too thick and that the left ovary was enlarged. Now everything is within normal limits.

However the pain is still there. So the next thing is looking at the gut response??? There has been no wheat or gluten injested (minus 1 pb cup) in ELEVEN DAYS! Dietary fiber has been increased as well as water consumption.


Still after a month of trying new things, the pain is still there

Any other ideas, please>

TY

Answer 1

Maybe a hernia in the muscles in that area. or Endometriosis. that can cause weird unexplained pain.

Answer 2

Do not rule out the intestine as the culprit. It would explain the pulling and the location. It could easily be a divroticular issue. My instincts say that is the most likely answer. I have seen that mistaken for female issues in the past.

Some other options:

What about cancer of the lining? You know uterine cells extend outside the uterus and those could be affected. When you describe the arching it sounds like something in there is pulling. An over weight issue would make it difficult to feel abnormalities. Have they run a CA125. It is unreliable, but would give an indication of abnormal cell growth.

You might also look at the pancreas. I have heard of people reporting such pain with abnormalities presenting in this organ. (Note: someone can have left lung pain when rupturing an ovarian cyst as well.)

Hope this helps trigger some thoughts.

Answer 3

Ask the docter to look for endometriosis. I have had it twice and it hurts like h ll. They may not see it with even an aultra sound. See if they will go in vaginally with a scope and check. I had it after my children, but my neice has had it since she started her cycles.
Learn more about it by researching it .
Good Luck


It is estimated that endometriosis affects between 10 and 15 percent of all women of reproductive age. It occurs when tissue similar to the tissue that lines the uterus (endometrium) grows in other areas of a woman's body. Although it is abnormal for endometrial tissue to grow outside of the uterus, endometriosis is not a form of cancer.

Endometriosis can occur at any time after puberty. It is most commonly diagnosed in a woman's twenties or early thirties although it can develop at any stage during a woman's reproductive years. A woman can even experience endometriosis after menopause, although this is less common.

Although it is possible to have endometriosis without symptoms, the condition often causes painful periods and other pain symptoms. Endometriosis may be associated with chronic pelvic pain and the inability to get pregnant.

Symptoms of endometriosis include:

painful periods
painful sex
painful bowel movements
irritability
depression
fatigue
heavy or irregular bleeding
nausea/dizziness
diarrhea/constipation

The cause of endometriosis is not known. There are however several theories. The leading theory, at present, links endometriosis to a problem with the immune system. A weakness in the immune system may allow endometrial tissue to take root and grow outside the uterus in women with endometriosis.

Endometriosis is treated in several ways. Because each woman is different, treatment often takes an individualized approach. Treatment may involve different combinations of medication, surgery, alternative approaches and/or lifestyle changes depending on what the treating healthcare professional recommends. There are different medications that are being used. One of the most effective ways to treat endometriosis is through a surgical procedure called operative laparoscopy. This surgery is most effective in removing all the endometrial tissue when performed by a skilled surgeon with expertise in endometriosis surgery.

Answer 4

I had this problem once.....they never figured out what was wrong with me. Eventually the pain went away and I have been fine ever since. I had the pain off and on for a year though until it finally went away. Mysterious. Good Luck....if u find out I would like to know cuz maybe it was what was wrong with me. [e-mail] and put a subject line of :Yahoo Answers Reply

Answer 5

even though ultasound showed myometrium WNL doesn't me mean POCs is gone still there just under some control is she on meds for pocs these also can lead to some pelvic pain, and ovulation type pain see your doc more can and should be done also Ulta sound won't show adhesions that could haved developed with the prev inflamation

Answer 6

If western medicine is inconclusive try an alternative route (acupuncture, naturepath, holistic medicine).
I wouldn't rule out an autoimmune disease.

Answer 7

has she had her blood tested to see if there is any mold in her blood. I know it sounds gross but it is a possibility

Answer 8

Has your OB/GYN checked you for fibroids?