Having Chest Pains Only During Periods? #shorts #endometriosis

Experiencing chest discomfort during your menstrual cycle can be distressing. While it’s less commonly discussed than other symptoms, exploring potential causes, including its possible connection to endometriosis, is essential.

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside of it, commonly affecting pelvic organs.

However, in rare cases, this tissue can appear in unusual locations, including the chest area, leading to what’s known as thoracic endometriosis.

Thoracic endometriosis can manifest as cyclic chest pain, which typically coincides with menstrual periods. This chest discomfort may accompany other symptoms, such as shortness of breath or coughing, and can sometimes be mistaken for heart issues or other pulmonary conditions.

The pain occurs because the endometrial tissue responds to hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle, leading to inflammation and discomfort around the endometrial tissue within the chest area.

If you’re experiencing recurrent chest pain during your periods, it’s important to discuss these symptoms with your healthcare provider.

They can help determine if endometriosis or another condition could be the underlying cause and guide you toward the appropriate treatment to manage your symptoms effectively.

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Hi, doctor. This is an off topic question regarding alcohol and pregnancy. Someone said this and I would like you to please tell me if this is true or not.

"Placenta doesn't actually deliver nutrients to the baby until about 8 - 12 weeks of pregnancy. If you were drinking before this, it's unlikely to affect the baby because it was getting its own yolk sack. But before 8 - 12 months, you are not passing anything to the baby because the placenta isn't done setting up shop."

I thought you shouldn't drink alcohol no matter what week of pregnancy you are in. Whether it's week one, week 12, etc.