Ok, so I m a tad emotional today. In fact I have been all week. Im in pain and its driving me crazy..I dont do well with long term pain, I dont suppose anyone does really. Whilst I never thought it would permanantly go away I had hoped.. and I'm stunned that only 9 months after having Fox it is so severe already..
Silly me thought it was just bad ol ovulation pains.. but the couple days turned into a week, then into three, and its been months long now. Its upsetting because its affecting every part of my life..
On top of the normal endo symptoms I am tired all the time (who isnt if they've got children) I'm nauseous, daily headaches, but the pain, well it makes me want to punch sombody and my patience with the kids isnt at its best. I've lost motivation for my Domestic Goddess cooking and housekeeping (see I told you that wouldnt last) Baby for Life has been neglected- sorry yáll, and I'm not a happy wife to live with ( sorry hubby :(
What is endo you ask?
''Endometriosis occurs when menstrual tissue is pushed back into the abdomen and begins to grow. When uterus tissue grows outside the uterus, pain ensues. The signs of endometriosis can range from being nonexistent to excruciating, and according to the Mayo Clinic, endometriosis normally gets worse over time. As the condition progresses so do the symptoms and signs. As endometriosis takes over the body, the reproductive and overall health of the woman gradually declines''
And me- well I've had several surgeries, and my appendix removed in an effort to ''fix it''. Ive endured 6 months of menopausal injections in my stomach (to trick the body into thinking I was in menopause & hence wouldnt have periods. No periods= no endo growth) Numerous pills, and medications. Endo isnt something that ever gets fixed, just eases symptoms. A permanent fix is a hysterectomy. Not yet thanks.
And then of course the long journey to have my babies and losses before my 2 boys came into this world.
I know 2 people with severe endo like myself. Its not a nice journey, but admittedly nice to know someone else understands. My mother had it. It still to this day astounds me the drs never thought to ask mum if she'd had any reproductive problems in her past.. It may have gotten me diagnosed alot sooner..
I'm off to the Drs next week to get a referral to a specialist, again. Fingers crossed there's some new age treatment that works a treat but doesnt involve surgery...
Till then, I'll just suck it up (maybe drink some wine, or lots of wine) , after all I'm not dying.. oh and please Feel free to share if you've suffered from Endo.
Or if you think you may be suffering from Endo here's a link with symptoms to look out for.
Read more: What Are the Signs & Symptoms of Endometriosis? | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/about_5343734_signs-symptoms-endometriosis.html#ixzz26VDGUrHw
Bec.
Dear Bec,
ReplyDeleteHave you considered any Alternative Treatments or Natural Therapies? If you want any specific information regarding treatments, let me know :)
Susi B.
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I'm so sorry that your endometriosis has returned - I think many healthcare professionals and doctors really need to reevaluate the myth that having children can improve your endo.
ReplyDeleteIt's hurtful for two reasons 1) many women with endometriosis find it hard to have children, therefore a potential "cure" is put on a pedastal many cannot reach. 2) It doesn't always improve the symptoms and can make women reevaluate when to have children, or rush into doing so because of reduced fertility.
The same is true of hysterectomies sadly. The only certainty with endometriosis is that there are no certainties.
Apologies for the rant, wishing you all the best though, hope the coming months for you are stress and pain free. :)