10 warning signs of endometriosis

13
Warning Signs of Endometriosis by: Dr. Lori Gore-Green, drlorigoregreen.com

Upload: dr-lori-gore-green

Post on 06-Aug-2015

122 views

Category:

Health & Medicine


0 download

TRANSCRIPT

Warning Signs of Endometriosis

by: Dr. Lori Gore-Green,drlorigoregreen.com

Endometriosis a condition affecting between 2 and 10 percent of women that results from the appearance of endometrial tissue outside of the uterus.

Endometriosis: What is it?

• painful menstrual cramps that worsen over time

10 Warning Signs of Endometriosis

• painful menstrual cramps that worsen over time • chronic pain in the lower back and pelvis

10 Warning Signs of Endometriosis

• painful menstrual cramps that worsen over time • chronic pain in the lower back and pelvis • pain during or after sexual intercourse (often

described as “deep” pain)

10 Warning Signs of Endometriosis

• painful menstrual cramps that worsen over time • chronic pain in the lower back and pelvis • pain during or after sexual intercourse (often

described as “deep” pain). • intestinal pain

10 Warning Signs of Endometriosis

• painful menstrual cramps that worsen over time • chronic pain in the lower back and pelvis • pain during or after sexual intercourse (often

described as “deep” pain). • intestinal pain • painful bowel movements

10 Warning Signs of Endometriosis

• painful menstrual cramps that worsen over time • chronic pain in the lower back and pelvis • pain during or after sexual intercourse (often

described as “deep” pain). • intestinal pain • painful Bowel Movements • pain urinating during menstrual periods

10 Warning Signs of Endometriosis

• painful menstrual cramps that worsen over time • chronic pain in the lower back and pelvis • pain during or after sexual intercourse (often

described as “deep” pain). • intestinal pain • painful Bowel Movements • pain urinating during menstrual periods • blood in stool or urine (rare symptom)

10 Warning Signs of Endometriosis

• painful menstrual cramps that worsen over time • chronic pain in the lower back and pelvis • pain during or after sexual intercourse (often

described as “deep” pain). • intestinal pain • painful Bowel Movements • pain urinating during menstrual periods • blood in stool or urine (rare symptom) • bleeding/spotting between periods

10 Warning Signs of Endometriosis

• painful menstrual cramps that worsen over time • chronic pain in the lower back and pelvis • pain during or after sexual intercourse (often

described as “deep” pain). • intestinal pain • painful Bowel Movements • pain urinating during menstrual periods • blood in stool or urine (rare symptom) • bleeding/spotting between periods • digestive problems; diarrhea, constipation, nausea

and/or bloating - particularly during menstruation

10 Warning Signs of Endometriosis

• painful menstrual cramps that worsen over time • chronic pain in the lower back and pelvis • pain during or after sexual intercourse (often

described as “deep” pain). • intestinal pain • painful Bowel Movements • pain urinating during menstrual periods • blood in stool or urine (rare symptom) • bleeding/spotting between periods • digestive problems; diarrhea, constipation, nausea

and/or bloating - particularly during menstruation • infertility

10 Warning Signs of Endometriosis

• If you or someone you know is suffering from any of these symptoms, seek out treatment from a physician as they could be indicators of endometriosis or another condition.

• There is currently no cure for endometriosis, however there are various treatment options available to address the symptoms, for more information, consult with your doctor.

• To learn more about women’s health visit: drlorigoregreen.com

What Next?