SYMPTOMS OF ENDOMETRIOSIS
The most common Endometriosis Symptoms are:
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pain at time of periods (dysmenorrhoea)
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pain during intercourse (dyspareunia)
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fertility problems
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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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pain at other times (e.g. ovulation)
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pain in other places such as lower back
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painful urination
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premenstrual spotting
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immune system issues
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.