Can you die directly or indirectly from endometriosis?

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

I am curently undergpoing treatmment for endometriosis but so far nothing has changed. Sex is still so painful, my left side is always in apin and I have a permanently bloated belly to a point people think i am actually pregnant.
My hopes of having my own family are shattered due to this evil disease, Having intercourse is a no no at the moment because I just cant bare the pain./ I feel my quality of life is very poor as I am in pain every day and can no longer do the hthings I used to love. I ahve to take time off work too. I sometimes think I would be better off dead.

Anyone with any information please comment.... I can't get facts. Everyone seems to only offer opinions, I need the honest to God truth. Thank you to anyone who takes an interest!!!! Any stories would be greatly appreciated. I have no support and no one to talk to abou this besides my doc...