#Endometriosis causes

[allaboutivf]

Endometriosis Causes: Know What Causes Endometriosis at Indira IVF

Endometriosis Causes: Endometriosis can be caused by the presence of tissue resembling endometrium outside the uterus. Watch this detailed video on what causes endometriosis. For more information, visit https://www.indiraivf.com/infertility-problems/endometritis-causes

[vikramrathore02]

Endometriosis: Understanding the Condition, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Introduction

Endometriosis is a chronic medical condition where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus, known as the endometrium, starts growing outside the uterus. This abnormal tissue can be found on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, the outer surface of the uterus, and other organs within the pelvis. Endometriosis can cause significant pain, fertility issues, and a range of other symptoms that can severely impact a person's quality of life. This article provides an overview of endometriosis, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.

What is Endometriosis?

In endometriosis, endometrial-like tissue grows in areas where it does not belong. During the menstrual cycle, this tissue responds to hormonal changes by thickening, breaking down, and bleeding. However, unlike the tissue in the uterus, which leaves the body during menstruation, this displaced tissue has no way to exit. The trapped blood and tissue can lead to inflammation, scar tissue formation, and adhesions, which can cause organs in the pelvic region to stick together.

Causes and Risk Factors

The exact cause of endometriosis is not well understood, but several theories exist:

Retrograde Menstruation: Menstrual blood flows backward through the fallopian tubes into the pelvic cavity instead of leaving the body, allowing endometrial cells to implant and grow outside the uterus.

Embryonic Cell Transformation: Hormones such as estrogen may transform embryonic cells into endometrial-like cell implants during puberty.

Surgical Scars: After surgeries like a hysterectomy or C-section, endometrial cells may attach to the surgical incision.

Immune System Disorders: Problems with the immune system may make the body unable to recognize and destroy endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus.

Genetics: There is a higher likelihood of developing endometriosis if close relatives also have the condition.

Symptoms of Endometriosis

The severity of symptoms can vary widely among individuals and does not always correlate with the extent of the disease. Common symptoms include:

Pelvic Pain: Often associated with menstrual periods, pain can occur before and during menstruation, and can be severe. It may also be chronic (lasting six months or more).

Menstrual Irregularities: Heavy periods (menorrhagia), bleeding between periods, or periods that last longer than normal.

Pain During Intercourse: Pain during or after sex is common with endometriosis.

Pain with Bowel Movements or Urination: These symptoms are most likely during menstrual periods.

Infertility: Endometriosis is sometimes first diagnosed in those seeking treatment for infertility.

Other Symptoms: Fatigue, diarrhea, constipation, bloating, and nausea, especially during menstrual periods.

Diagnosis

Diagnosing endometriosis can be challenging, as symptoms often overlap with other conditions. A combination of the following methods is typically used:

Medical History and Physical Examination: A thorough medical history and pelvic examination.

Imaging Tests: Ultrasound or MRI may be used to identify large endometrial cysts or to evaluate the pelvis.

Laparoscopy: The gold standard for diagnosis, this minimally invasive surgical procedure allows direct visualization and biopsy of endometrial tissue.

Treatment Options

Treatment for endometriosis depends on the severity of symptoms, the extent of the disease, and whether the person wishes to become pregnant. Options include:

Medications:

Pain Relief: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen can help relieve pain.

Hormonal Therapies: Birth control pills, hormonal IUDs, GnRH agonists, and other hormone-based treatments can reduce or eliminate menstruation and relieve pain.

Surgical Treatments:

Laparoscopy: Used both for diagnosis and treatment, it involves the removal or destruction of endometrial growths.

Laparotomy: A more invasive surgery for severe cases, involving a larger incision in the abdomen.

Hysterectomy: Removal of the uterus, and sometimes the ovaries, may be considered in severe cases when other treatments have failed.

Fertility Treatment:

Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART): Options like in vitro fertilization (IVF) may be recommended for those with endometriosis-related infertility.

Endometriosis is a complex condition that can significantly impact a person's physical and emotional well-being. Early diagnosis and a personalized treatment plan are crucial in managing symptoms and improving quality of life. Individuals experiencing symptoms of endometriosis, consult with the most experienced gynaecologist Dr.Sukriti Sharma in Jalandhar.

[surinderbhalla]

Pain to Possibilities: Understanding Endometriosis!

Endometriosis is a complex and misunderstood medical condition affecting millions of women worldwide. It’s a condition that can cause excruciating pain, disrupt daily life, and even lead to infertility. Yet, despite its prevalence and impact, endometriosis remains underdiagnosed and frequently under-discussed. In this blog post, we will be understanding endometriosis, from pain to possibilities.…

[throatgina-sausage]

Me on my period about to make a hot water bottle that will give me 2nd degree burns

[naomiknight-17]

As some of you may know, I started losing weight because I have health issues I wanted to address.

Now, I didn't believe that losing weight would FIX those issues, mind you. It's just that every time I told my doctor something like

"My periods are really really heavy and painful"

Or

"My lower back pain is crippling, some days I can't even get out of bed on my own"

Or

"I get out of breath so easily, sometimes when I'm not even doing anything"

Or

"My depression is so bad I don't have the motivation to do the most basic and important tasks"

The answer was always "Lose weight. Lose weight. Lose weight. Lose weight."

I have lost at least 55 lbs.

My periods are only under control because my gynecologist diagnosed my severe endometriosis and got me on then-experimental meds that stopped my cycle.

My back still regularly flares up and disables me. I had a bout of breathlessness so severe at my last cardiac rehabilitation class that one of the nurses came to check on me thinking I needed medical help. My psychiatrist retired over a year ago and left me on a low dose of antidepressants and said I was fine even tho I'd told him I was not.

But only now, now that I've lost some weight, only now was my doctor like "Huh. Maybe you can take some painkillers. Try this kind. Let me know how you feel in a month. That breathing problem does sound unusual, here's a referral to a cardiologist, and if they don't find anything I'll send you to a respiratory specialist. Try this different antidepressant on top of the one you're taking."

"How strange that you are unwell when you are eating right and exercising and doing everything you are supposed to"

Maybe. Maybe I would not be so unwell if you addressed my symptoms, oh I dunno, 2+ years and 55+ pounds ago. Just a thought

I am glad she is finally taking my illnesses seriously but I should not have had to lose weight for her to do that. I should not have had to suffer untreated for years because she did not think I was taking good care of myself

Fat people (and I am still very fat, for the record!) really do have more trouble getting the most basic fucking medical care I swear to god

[myriad--starlings]

"oh endometriosis isn't really that big of a deal" hey!!! HEY!!!! it can adhere your organs together with scar tissue!! it can grow into your MUSCLES. it can spread through your WHOLE DAMN BODY if left unchecked.

but it won't kill you so 👍 dw about it

[fruitwoodmac]

which blorbo has a hysterectomy 🎤

[anarchypumpkincowboy]

Will someone come give me a hysterectomy I’ll make you donuts

[antiadvil]

I think we should really stop normalizing extremely painful periods like. I am not saying don’t talk about them, just don’t normalize them, because a lot of the comments I see people make about painful periods make it sound like that’s something everyone with a period experiences and that’s just not true.

Personally, I don’t experience much pain during my periods. I’m often uncomfortable for the first few days and rarely, I get cramps, but even just Tylenol is enough to get rid of them. I’ve always considered myself pretty lucky for this, but I’m not, like, that much of an outlier.

If you’re in enough period pain that it’s stopping you from doing things, and ibuprofen and tylenol don’t bring you relief, that’s not normal. I know seeing a doctor is a lot easier said than done and doctors can be very dismissive about period pain, but like. That’s not normal, and you might want to look into it.

From one person with chronic pain to another. What you are going through is not normal and you deserve relief.

[yrfemmehusband]

Offended that I haven't gotten the "show your diagnosis papers" anon ask bc if I did I could use it as an excuse to post the pictures I have of my own mangled uterus

[rossithepixie]

I want dazai to be filthy about fucking me during my period.

[girlblocker]

i hate womens health… how have none of you doctor freaks figured out what causes endometriosis by now

[gxlden-angels]

I hate hearing about the Quiverfull movement. I hate hearing about it politically. I hate hearing about it from people who don't know anything about it. I hate hearing about it from people who only know the Duggars. I hate hearing about it from people who grew up next to it, but not in it. I hate hearing about it from women stuck in it right now. I hate hearing about it from women who were stuck in it. I hate the Quiverfull movement and I hate hearing about it.

[cookinguptales]

my current mental image is of a person hitting their ceiling with a broom like QUIET DOWN UP THERE except the ceiling is my uterus and the loud party is endometriosis and the broom is this edible that is about to make things very, very chill

[tiny-tokunaga]

People who have come to terms with their disabilities and how they affect your life, please share your wisdom because despite it being years now, I'm having A Time™ and kinda feeling like I'm drowning lmao

[naomiknight-17]

I've lost a significant amount of weight in the last couple of years between the low carb diet and medical assistance and medication

And I should be happy about that I guess? But I'm just kind of frustrated

On one hand, my doctors are happier with me and more cooperative when I ask for help with things. My endometriosis flare-ups have been less frequent (which may or may not be because of the weight loss. It's hard to be sure) I've had to buy some cute new clothes since I've shrunk out of some of my wardrobe. I fit back into some older clothes that used to be too tight.

On the other hand, I am noticing changes in my body shape that I'm not super happy with. My tummy hangs lower than it used to, likely due to both looser skin and the fact that I'm approaching 40. Bad combination. And buying new clothes is fun but also EXPENSIVE and I can't really afford it. I only managed to get some nice clothes in spring because a plus-size shop had a huge clearance sale.

On top of all of that, the last time I saw my doctor she was pleased with my progress and was like "if you keep this up, you could lose another X pounds in 2 years!" And I think she was trying to buoy me up and be optimistic but. Two years. I have to keep dieting and poking myself with needles and watching the scale for two years. And longer than that, probably. If you stop, the weight comes back. How much loose saggy skin will I have when I lose twice the weight I've lost now? Will my pain or mobility be any better then? (So far the weight loss has not seemed to make a difference on those fronts) Is fitting into the weight category my doctors like going to actually have health benefits for me? Is all this trouble worth it!?

And I spent years overcoming the bullshit diet culture drilled into my head and learning to love my body and now I'm dieting and my body is changing in ways I'm not happy with and. I don't know. It feels like a defeat. Like I'm moving backwards