Doctor Explains Endometriosis

[mizm]

Doctors don't seem to care much about female issues. I even read an article about this in a medical journal. I have PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome). It took over 15 years for me to find a doctor who would work with me about this after finding articles in medical journals about it. PCOS is one of the most causes of infertility. It took metformin, low estrogen and spironolactone to get my body back on track. Previous doctors wanted to remove a part of my ovaries, put me on birth control (doesn't help to get pregnant), fertility drugs, etc. I even got shrugs of I don't know what to do. An endocrinologist got upset with me when I presented the artcles to her. She was literally yelling at me that I was wrong and my lack of menstruation was because I was fat and probably eating tons of cake and ice cream. This after filling out 10 pages of my eating habits among other things. I told her I gained weight AFTER my periods stopped. She said no my periods stopped because I was fat. Many doctors are horrible!

[zethcrownett]

I feel like it's important to note, the tissues of endometriosis can be found pretty much anywhere inside the body and have even been found on the brain. It doesn't just stay near the reproductive organs.

[manxiefeathermoon]

And women are still told we are overreacting in regards to our pain

[Zemplex]

Gp's generally refuse to ask for tests and just say or imply "it's all in your head dear" and women feel the GP is useless for most female problems . If a man has a slight twinge of pain they get access to testing ASAP. Women are let down . This is my personal experience and that of my friends .

[clairebabcock]

I'm really glad that this is being shared. As someone diagnosed so young, this gives me more information into the disease, and what it's doing to mine and so many other women's bodies. Thank you❤️

[chickenpants]

They're terrible at diagnosing this because women's pain is dismissed at every turn.

[amandabrown]

Got diagnosed with hydronephrosis. Had a laparoscopy done found out it was endometriosis blocking both ureters. Took 10+yrs to finally know why I wasn't having norm periods. Luckily still have my kidneys.

[constancestrawn]

I got really lucky and was diagnosed with endo the 3rd visit I made for my "female troubles" at only 16 years old. Fast forward and I'm now 40 and still being denied appropriate treatment because I might some day possibly marry a man who theoretically could want children 😭

[cathyjayy]

I’m only 30 already thinking of my third surgery, endometriosis can be really devastating

[LightsHikesAndWanderlove]

Thank you for addressing endometriosis!! I didn't have any typical symptoms before I was diagnosed but I believe it has caused me some intestinal discomfort and ibs symptoms.

[AudhdOllie]

If I hadn’t pushed my doctor to run tests I never would have gotten diagnosed. My doctor didn’t have nearly enough information on endo while I had been doing consistent research but because she’s the doctor I couldn’t possibly be right about it and her be wrong but OH WAIT I was right! I’m tired of doctors immediately dismissing me.

[zeki]

Oh man I was learning about this in my school, crazy what the human body can do. What’s even worse it usually takes that long to diagnose because doctors dismiss the patients symptoms for normal cramps during a menstrual cycle

[Lil-Dragon]

After ruling out PCOS I asked if I could get checked for this but they said no. Even after finding small scars and blood during my appendix removal when it definitely wasn't from the organ itself. I hope I don't have it but I doubt they'll take me seriously. To those with it I hope one day they can find a long lasting treatment or cure for you sooner than later.

[azmisazmazingworld]

Really sad and a struggle. I've been diagnosed with adenomyosis which is similar to endometriosis, where the lesions are in the uterus as apposed to around or oustside of it. Still, extremely painful with heavy bleeding 😢

[goldirox]

And the pain that results can be crippling! Women are often overlooked and ignored when they speak to many doctors about pain, discomfort, abnormal signals and symptoms. I appreciate your focus on sharing information about endometriosis.

[myaccount]

My girlfriend has gone without any diagnosis for about 4 years now and she suspects it might be endometriosis. Of course, none of the doctors she has seen care so there's not much we can do :(

[micahroberts]

That's because doctors don't take women's pain seriously. This is a systemic issue and intersects with racism throughout recent medical history is some pretty gnarly ways. "Doing Harm" is an excellent read on the subject.

[Ershnill]

I want diagnosed with Endo, but I did go through some crazy at the age of 14. When the doctor told me I could possibly have ovary cancer. Was returned back with results for PCOS. I still to this day blame the depo shot for this as I was forced on it at a young age. But, I've met people with both. And it's got be a horrible experience.

[jadedj]

I feel bad that my girlfriend goes through this (or anyone for that matter). I do what I can to help when it flares up. Very hopeful if any medical breakthroughs improve this.

[sylwia]

Thanks for the awarness, I have/had endometriose & adeomyose but my doctor told me for YEARS that my pain (I was throwing up each month) and my extreme bleeding was "normal", after one visit to a womens clinic they found out that the best thing was a hysterectomy and I was scared shitless🤪but they did the surgery with love and respect(and ALOT of pain killers👌) now I am living my best life. To all my endo struggelers out there:go to a female gyno and stand your ground-they will try to help you 💝lots of love and light from from a painfree woman living in Oslo/Norway-I wish you all the best🎀