Hi Annie,
I'm so sorry you are dealing with this nasty disease! I also have endometriosis I've had it for many years and it's been pretty aggressive the last 6 years. I've had at least four surgeries to remove it and am looking at another one in a few weeks. I know exactly what you mean about the pain, bloating, etc... my worst pain is on my left side as well. When it's not sharp pains it's a dull pain that is ALWAYS there. Do you know what stage of endo you have? Your right it does impact our lives and many times just consumes it but don't give up hope. I can say that because I'm where you are right now, think of the things that make you happy and focus on that - it helps!
What type of treatment are you undergoing right now? As I mentioned I'm having another surgery in a few weeks to remove the endo that came back again! I've got great doctors that are treating me, but this disease is so nasty I HATE it!! I also have the support and love from my family, friends and co-workers. If it wasn't for them I don't think I'd be able to deal with this on my own. Who's helping you?
You are not alone you have a great community supporting you here at EmpowHER. I noticed that you are on the endometriosis suffers group - ask questions or post concerns in there - I'm sure the ladies in the group will provide some answers/support as well.
Please feel free to ask me any questions.
Take care and let me know how you are doing with your treatment.
Angelica
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Hi Annie,
May 23, 2011 - 12:05pmI'm so sorry you are dealing with this nasty disease! I also have endometriosis I've had it for many years and it's been pretty aggressive the last 6 years. I've had at least four surgeries to remove it and am looking at another one in a few weeks. I know exactly what you mean about the pain, bloating, etc... my worst pain is on my left side as well. When it's not sharp pains it's a dull pain that is ALWAYS there. Do you know what stage of endo you have? Your right it does impact our lives and many times just consumes it but don't give up hope. I can say that because I'm where you are right now, think of the things that make you happy and focus on that - it helps!
What type of treatment are you undergoing right now? As I mentioned I'm having another surgery in a few weeks to remove the endo that came back again! I've got great doctors that are treating me, but this disease is so nasty I HATE it!! I also have the support and love from my family, friends and co-workers. If it wasn't for them I don't think I'd be able to deal with this on my own. Who's helping you?
You are not alone you have a great community supporting you here at EmpowHER. I noticed that you are on the endometriosis suffers group - ask questions or post concerns in there - I'm sure the ladies in the group will provide some answers/support as well.
Please feel free to ask me any questions.
Take care and let me know how you are doing with your treatment.
Angelica
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