ENDO Messages for August, 2001: Re: could I have endometriosis???

Re: could I have endometriosis???

From: Maryanne (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed Aug 8 21:49:24 2001

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At Wed, 8 Aug 2001, anonymous wrote: >
>Hi my name is Erin and I've been reading up on the symptoms of
>endometriosis. And from the symptoms I have read about it sounds like I
>might have it. But I have another question. I'm already taking birth
>control pills, is there a possibilty I could still have it? I still have
>all the same symptoms I
>had before I started taking the pill except instead of my terrible
>cramps
>lasting a week or more they usually last anywhere from a couple of days
>to a
>week. They seem to be getting worse every month. But I don't have
>heavy
>periods. My periods only last about 3 days. But the cramps are so bad
>you'd think they would be really heavy. I have told my doctor about the
>cramps and about the pain during sex but she just tells me to take
>ibuprofen
>for the pain, which doesn't help. And she told me the reason for the
>pain
>during sex is probably because my uterus might be tilted and causes the
>penis to press against it, which would be the cause of the pain and
>discomfort. If you could please let me know what you think I would
>greatly appreciate it, so I can then go to my doctor and disciss it with
>her. I would really apreciate another opinion. The reason I haven't
>asked her about it is because I'm afraid she might not believe me or
>something. Thanks so much. I look forward to hearing form you.
>Erin

Hi Erin, it is possible to be on the pill and have endometriosis.The pill does not cure it, it only helps to alleviate some of the symptoms.If your doctor does not take your concerns seriously, you need to find a new doctor.

Good luck & God Bless

--
Maryanne

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