Laparoscopic surgery for Endometriosis

[LamaAlmajayda]

I was diagnosed with endometriosis a few months ago. I have visited many doctors before that, and no one knew what was the reason behind my heavy painful periods. My symptoms started when i was 18 years old, so that’s 13 years ago! Now, i am trying to find out what treatment might be best. I tried contraceptive pills for a few months, but there was no improvement and my depression became worse. So i was wondering if a laparoscopic surgery is the best option to stop the symptoms from happening?

My symptoms include: heavy long periods, abdominal pain, pelvic pain, sharp pain during periods, bloated stomach, fatigue, dizziness during periods from the heavy bleeding.

It would mean a lot to me if i get support. My GP has emailed the gynaecologist team, but i still have not heard back for an appointment. It is disappointing how much time do we need to wait to just get a consultation appointment.

[Moon_maiden]

Hi

Sorry you are n so much pain, not easy dealing with this disease.

Hormone treatments sometimes work, didn’t for me with Zoladex, that’s the monthly injection. Surgery has helped some of my pain, but you need to make sure you have a surgeon who knows what they are doing. When were you referred? You can contact the gynae team and see where your referral is in the ‘list’, I put it that way as really lists depend on how urgent referral was from GP. Your GP can try and speed things up.

What pain relief are you taking?

[LamaAlmajayda in reply to Moon_maiden]

Thank you for replying.

I am currently just taking ibuprofen and tranexamic acid to help me with the bleeding.

I will give the gp a call about the referral, hopefully they do try to push it faster. I asked for the referral in September.

What symptoms do still occur for you after the surgery? x

[Moon_maiden in reply to LamaAlmajayda]

Your GP can give you stronger meds if need be, Naproxen is a stronger form of ibuprofen, although normally given with omeprazole to prevent ulcers, Diclofenac suppositories are very good for pelvic pain. Does the GP know you take ibuprofen regularly? They may still suggest omeprazole. A non opioid is Nefopam.

Mine got a bit complicated as I left it for a very long time, I also ended up with a chronic gallbladder, pelvic pain is better than it was after hysterectomy but still get a lot of abdominal pain, don’t go by what I’ve been through

[OatWhiteMocha]

Hello, I hope you’re feeling ok today. Your situation sounds very similar to mine. Have you ever tried the contraceptive coil before? I only ask because I think they can help reduce the amount of bleeding over time, which might help some of your symptoms❤️

[JOSANDY40]

All your symptoms are standard Endo. There are Endo Clinics. Myself I had the Ovaries shut down with Zoladex Impant every mth. It takes a few months to work but reduces most of the symptoms. You will need a Gynae to prescribed as a doctor won't for the 1st Implant. TENS Machine does help. Diet changes to easier to diet food, Low Food Map. Fennel Tea for cramps. Belladonna when other painkillers don't work. Small Keyhole Operations to cut away adhesions, cysts. Remember over the years you can only have a few of these operations as you will endup bedded down with scars and the membranes between organs goes, organs get more fixed and operations become more complex where Bladder and Bowel can be at risk and nerve damage which may cause more pain.

Emptying bowel often helps reduce inflammation. Many people find giving up Gluten and Lactose helps as the bowel becomes more ridged, perhaps pockets or colitis could start.

Fybogel Mebeverine helps with bowel movements, uping water volumes and fruit but leave our fruit and veg containing Estrogens!

Any other questions please ask. I don't know what are the latest drugs but I am up to speed on most things about the illness.

My best J