SYMPTOMS OF ENDOMETRIOSIS

The most common Endometriosis Symptoms are:

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• pain at time of periods (dysmenorrhoea)

• pain during intercourse (dyspareunia)

• fertility problems

• problems with the bowel such as painful bowel movements, a bloated abdomen, constipation, or diarrhoea (often cyclical)

• constant tiredness

• depression, mood disturbances, PMS

• pain at other times (e.g. ovulation)

• pain in other places such as lower back

• painful urination

• premenstrual spotting

• immune system issues

Symptoms can be similar to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) but are often cyclical.

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While heavy periods are not considered a symptom of endometriosis, it is associated with adenomyosis which may also be present.

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