ENDOMETRIOSIS

So Ive been getting some really painful periods lately............ wait a minute


WARNING: FEMALE PROBLEMS COMING UP, if u cant handle periods and pab smears please dont read..............


So yeah, been getting some seriously painful periods lately, and it appears that my endometriosis is coming back...... Yup its a big word and pretty difficult to prononce.... but what is it? Lemme tell u guys.........




Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (the endometrial stroma and glands, which should only be located inside the uterus) is found elsewhere in the body.


Endometriosis lesions can be found anywhere in the pelvic cavity: on the ovaries, the fallopian tubes, and on the pelvic sidewall. Other common sites include the uterosacral ligaments, the cul-de-sac, the Pouch of Douglas, and in the rectal-vaginal septum.


In addition, it can be found in caecarian-section scars, laparoscopy or laparotomy scars, and on the bladder, bowel, intestines, colon, appendix, and rectum.


In rare cases, endometriosis has been found inside the vagina, inside the bladder, on the skin, even in the lung, spine, and brain.


The most common symptom of endometriosis is pelvic pain. The pain often correlates to the menstrual cycle, but a woman with endometriosis may also experience pain that doesn’t correlate to her cycle. For many women, the pain of endometriosis is so severe and debilitating that it impacts their lives in significant ways.


Endometriosis can also cause scar tissue and adhesions to develop that can distort a woman’s internal anatomy. In advanced stages, internal organs may fuse together, causing a condition known as a "frozen pelvis."


It is estimated that 30-40% of women with endometriosis are infertile.


If you or someone you care about has endometriosis, it is important to research the disease as much as possible. Many myths and misconceptions about endometriosis still persist, even in medical literature. For many women, management of this disease may be a long-term process. Therefore, it is important to educate yourself, take the time to find a good doctor, and consider joining a local support group.


Symptoms of endometriosis

The most common symptom of endometriosis is pelvic pain. The pain often correlates to the menstrual cycle, however a woman with endometriosis may also experience pain at other times during her monthly cycle.


For many women, but not everyone, the pain of endometriosis can unfortunately be so severe and debilitating that it impacts on her life significant ways.


Pain may be felt:
before/during/after menstruation
during ovulation
in the bowel during menstruation
when passing urine
during or after sexual intercourse
in the lower back region


Other symptoms may include:
diarrhoea or constipation (in particular in connection with menstruation)
abdominal bloating (again, in connection with menstruation)
heavy or irregular bleeding
fatigue


The other well known symptom associated with endometriosis is infertility. It is estimated that 30-40% of women with endometriosis are subfertile.



How scary is that???? I knew it.... I knew that it wasnt normal to have so much pain.... So guys get checked man..... Could affect your fertility.... and the amazing thing with so many scientists and doctors thay have no specific reasons what causes this disease...

But yeah since I was there I got my pab smear done..... Do you know how weird it is to have another woman touch u like that.... Men dont have to go through with these kinds of things.... If u boys had to have an annual checkup where ur privates are on display, poked and prodded ud so think we were the stronger sex.... hahaha


But I must stress the importance of these checkups, its the best way to check for irregular cells that could or could not lead to cancer. and all them little things inbetween, i really dont wanna get into it right now...... hahahah.......


But women... we have a responsibility to get checked right? beri malu plang.... hey man, I even got my breasticles checked.... weird feeling, this lady is pressing and touching ur breasts..... but at least I know that so far so good.... instead of just speculating.....