Can someone please tell me what the symptoms of endometriosis are?

Question

I was thinking of going to see the doc because i have symptoms such as, period pain, pain when urinating (especially when I have a period) and painful bowel movements(also with a period) I went when I was 16 and the gyno said I probably had a hormone problem which might clear up when i turn 18.Well, Im 18 now and they still havent cleared up. Im not sure if I should go back to see him- I dont want to waste everyones time again.

Answer 1

THats what the doctors are here for to help patients so dont feel bad. I found out i had endo at 19 Im 30 yo now it is really bad now for me but i always had very bad cramps on my period, i started gettting cystes on ovaries at 18 yo i would get a fever when i would ovulate because the cycts would burst and id be so sick i lost so much school from Endo. Ive had alot of surgery but now theres just too much scar tissue.
endo is very painful (but the pain does not define the severity of the Endo) intercourse (when you are older) can hurt really bad not just during but after for hours. when I ovualte i am in pain for 3-5 days when im on my cycle i get pain down my legs Im constipated i throw up and my periods come every 26 days they last 7 days.
Go to a different Gyno that does Laparascopies ( to detect Endo). its very simple procedure. THen that one test will tell you what it is. Get A new Doctor I dntcare if you have medicaid you deserve the best treatment for your health.
Hope you feel better!
Endo is a autoimmune disorder thats important to know!

Answer 2

Although the exact cause of endometriosis is unknown, a number of theories have been put forward. Some of the more popular ones are:

Implantation theory. Originally proposed in the 1920s, this theory states that a reversal in the direction of menstrual flow sends discarded endometrial cells into the body cavity where they attach to internal organs and seed endometrial implants. There is considerable evidence to support this explanation. Reversed menstrual flow occurs in 70–90% of women and is thought to be more common in women with endometriosis. However, many women with reversed menstrual flow do not develop endometriosis.

Vascular-lymphatic theory. This theory suggests that the lymph system or blood vessels (vascular system) is the vehicle for the distribution of endometrial cells out of the uterus.

Coelomic metaplasia theory. According to this hypothesis, remnants of tissue left over from prenatal development of the woman's reproductive tract transforms into endometrial cells throughout the body.

Induction theory. This explanation postulates that an unidentified substance found in the body forces cells from the lining of the body cavity to change into endometrial cells.
In addition to these theories, the following factors are thought to influence the development of endometriosis:

Heredity. A woman's chance of developing endometriosis is seven times greater if her mother or sisters have the disease.
Immune system function. Women with endometriosis may have lower functioning immune systems that have trouble eliminating stray endometrial cells. This would explain why a high percentage of women experience reversed menstrual flow while relatively few develop endometriosis.
Dioxin exposure. Some research suggests a link between the exposure to dioxin (TCCD), a toxic chemical found in weed killers, and the development of endometriosis.
While many women with endometriosis suffer debilitating symptoms, others have the disease without knowing it. Paradoxically, there does not seem to be any relation between the severity of the symptoms and the extent of the disease. The most common symptoms are:

Menstrual pain. Pain in the lower abdomen that begins a day or two before the menstrual period starts and continues through to the end is typical of endometriosis. Some women also report lower back aches and pain during urination and bowel movement, especially during their periods.
Painful sexual intercourse. Pressure on the vagina and cervix causes severe pain for some women.

Abnormal bleeding. Heavy menstrual periods, irregular bleeding, and spotting are common features of endometriosis.

Infertility. There is a strong association between endometriosis and infertility, although the reasons for this have not been fully explained. It is thought that the build up of scar tissue and adhesions blocks the fallopian tubes and prevents the ovaries from releasing eggs. Endometriosis may also affect fertility by causing hormonal irregularities and a higher rate of early miscarriage.

Answer 3

In this past, this condition has been referred to as "the career woman's disease" because it was believed that mostly older career women got it. They tend to delay having children or not have them at all and supposedly, that increases their risk for it. Now, it's known that younger women, even teenagers, can get it. Pregnancy reportedly can cure it but I think that's a bad reason to get pregnant, especially if you're very young or otherwise in no situation to care for a child.

Answer 4

with endo your not suppose to feel pain while urinating or bowel movments so i think you should really go to the doctor cause it could be something else.

Deff go doctor and tell them every syptom you have.