What is endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a chronic gynaecological diseaseEndometriosis is called "estrogen-dependent" because it is directly linked to the action of ovarian hormones. In France, one woman in ten suffers from endometriosis, with an average age of 27. This condition is characterized by the presence of tissue similar to of the endometrium outside the uterus.
The endometrium is the mucous membrane lining the uterus (see article Painful periods), it thickens at the beginning of the cycle to enable the fertilized embryo tocarry out implantation.
These fragments of mucous membrane spread to various parts of the body and react to the hormonal fluctuations of the cycle. The tissue behaves in the same way as the endometrium and begins to bleed. These bleeding cannot be discharged in the same way as menstrual blood, they can be cause irritation and inflammation. Endometrial tissue can also lead to the formation of cysts, scar tissue and adhesions. If these connect the organs together, they can cause severe pain.
Which organs are most frequently affected?
- ovaries,
- peritoneum (membrane lining the abdominal cavity)
- uterine ligaments
- the rectum
- the bladder
- the vagina
Less frequently :
- the colon
- small intestine
- the cervix
- the diaphragm
- the pleura
- the ureters
How to recognize endometriosis?
Endometriosis has long been ignored or misunderstood by the medical profession. The difficulty in make a diagnosis played a major role in this late start. Added to this is the multiplicity of symptoms suffered by women with endometriosis.
What are the main symptoms of endometriosis?
- Strong lower abdominal painwhich can radiate to the back. Often worse on one side of the abdomen.
- Pain when urinating during menstruation
- In the same way intestinal disorders diarrhea or constipation may occur during the cycle. Sexual relations may also become painful.
- Lastly, women affected by endometriosis can have very serious symptoms. difficulties getting pregnant
More generally :
- Irritability and a feeling of severe fatigue
- From blood in stool or urine
- From brown losses before the period
The pain caused by endometriosis can be severe and often difficult to manage on a day-to-day basis. Frequently, the situation and lack of response can lead to depression. Whatever the symptoms, it's essential to consult a doctor, as endometriosis requires appropriate medical follow-up.
How do you live with endometriosis?
As mentioned above, cases of endometriosis can vary according to the distribution of lesions and their levels of inflammation. Severe forms are obviously the most complex to manage.
To preserve your quality of life, there are natural, non-medicated solutions such as :
● Heat
Lhe hot-water bottlesheat is always an effective means of relieving pain
● Osteopathy, homeopathy and acupuncture
These methods can help free up movement in affected areas and ease pain.
The patches are non-transdermal and can therefore naturally relieve the pain associated with endometriosis. Composed of mineral oxides, the patch reflects, like a mirror, the infrared rays naturally emitted by the body during inflammation. This concentration improves microcirculation, drains the area and reduces inflammation. The patch is simply applied to the painful area and to specific points on the thighs, legs and feet, which often give good results.
Endometriosis is a complex disease, requiring early diagnosis and regular medical follow-up.
To relieve endometriosis-related pain, Stimcare patches, applied by a therapist trained in their application, can help you return to a comfortable daily routine.
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