SYMPTOMS OF ENDOMETRIOSIS
We have a range of tools that can help you determine what your symptoms are and that can help you to have a conversation with your GP or gynaecologist, including a symptoms checklist, a jigsaw of symptoms and impacts and a symptoms, pain and food tracker. You can find all of these in our Endometriosis Information Guide.
The most common Endometriosis Symptoms are:
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pain that stops you during or around the time of your period (dysmenorrhoea)
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pain during or after intercourse (dyspareunia)
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pain in your pelvic region, lower back or legs
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pain during or around the time of ovulation
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painful urination (dysuria)
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fertility problems
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rectal pain
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problems with the bowel such as painful bowel movements, a bloated abdomen, constipation, or diarrhoea (often cyclical)
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constant tiredness
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depression, mood disturbances, PMS
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premenstrual spotting
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immune system issues
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painful smear tests
Symptoms can be similar to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) but are often cyclical.
While heavy periods are not considered a symptom of endometriosis, it is associated with adenomyosis which may also be present. You can download our Adenomyosis Information Guide which includes a checklist of symptoms and a jigsaw of Symptoms and Impacts which may help you determine whether your symptoms indicate adenomyosis.