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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 • 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
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