Endometriosis
ENDOMETRIOSIS
Endometriosis is one of the most common causes of pelvic pain and infertility in women and many women do not know they have it.
Endometriosis is where tissue similar to what grows within the uterus growths outside of the uterus. This growth can occur on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bowels and other areas within the pelvis.
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS:
– Chronic pain in pelvis, back and/or legs
– Ovulatory pain
– Period pain before or after your period
– Pain with intercourse
– Cramping and/or pain with bowel movements
– Heavy bleeding and/or spotting between periods
– Infertility
DIAGNOSIS
The best way to diagnose endometriosis is with a laparoscopic surgery – to visualize the tissue. A blood parameter “CA-125” can also be used to help detect endometriosis. This marker is present in most (but not all) women with endometriosis – around 80%. You can be negative for CA-125 and still have endometriosis.
TREATMENT
There is no known cure for endometriosis, however symptoms typically resolve with menopause. Until then, conventional treatments include hormonal suppression (such as the birth control pill), painkillers, and surgery.
Naturopathic approaches such as addressing inflammation, hormones and scarring/adhesions can help manage symptoms of endometriosis.
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