How to Get Help for Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a condition in which endometrial tissue grows outside of the uterus. In cases of endometriosis, this tissue is most often found as lesions on other pelvic organs. Endometriosis causes infertility and severe pelvic pain and can be difficult to deal with. If you have been diagnosed with endometriosis or if think you may have endometriosis, here's how you can get help.

Instructions

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  Talk to your own doctor about medical options to help your endometriosis. There are many ways in which traditional medicine can help treat endometriosis and help you cope with your condition more effectively. These treatment options include taking pain medications such as ibuprofen, taking hormone therapies such as birth control pills or progestins or by having surgery. Surgical procedures include laparoscopic surgery to remove endometrial adhesions or a hysterectomy to remove the uterus entirely. Your own doctor will know what treatments are right for you.

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  Meet with a counselor or a psychologist to talk about your feelings regarding your condition. Endometriosis can cause women to feel confused and upset and wonder why they have been inflicted with this disease. In addition, the infertility that endometriosis often causes can be very difficult to deal with. Talking regularly with a counselor or a psychologist can help you sort through your feelings and help you learn how to manage and deal with your feelings.

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  Join a support group for women with endometriosis. Speaking with other women about how they are dealing with their condition and their feelings associated with it can be of tremendous help. Knowing that there are other women out there who understand what you are going through can help you get through the especially rough times. You can ask your doctor or local hospital for any support groups in your area, or you can consider joining an online support group.

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  Try homeopathic remedies. For some women, herbs or acupuncture can help lessen the pain and discomfort associated with endometriosis as well as the resulting infertility in some women. Relaxation techniques such as exercise, yoga and meditation can also help you deal with your condition. Be sure to talk to your personal physician before starting any homeopathic treatments.

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  Consider meeting with a nutritionist. For some women with endometriosis, a specific diet plan or following certain nutritional guidelines can help lessen the pain and discomfort associated with endometriosis. Your physician can help you find a nutritionist in your area.