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Everything About Ovarian Cyst Pain

Everything About Ovarian Cyst Pain

    Please tell me I’m not the only woman who has ever been to urgent care with a stabbing pain in my lower abdomen and been told that it’s “probably ovarian cyst pain.” Because if I am, then I’m truly alone in this world full of people wearing medical gloves. This is a common refrain for us ladies—there’s lots of pelvic pain and abdominal pain that could be caused by ovarian cysts, but there isn’t a clear way to figure out exactly what’s going on down there. If you have experienced this type of vague discomfort or you’re worried about it happening to you (because it happens to nearly every woman at one point or another), here are some tips for figuring out whether your symptoms are probably ovarian cyst-related:

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    What to Expect from Laparoscopy for Endometriosis

    What to Expect from Laparoscopy for Endometriosis

      In the United States, endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 women of reproductive age, but it can affect girls as young as 12 or 13. Despite how common it is, many people aren’t familiar with the condition. Endometriosis involves tissue that normally lines a woman’s uterus growing outside of it, where it should not be. This results in painful periods and can cause infertility among many other symptoms. When endometriosis goes untreated for a long time, some women need surgery to treat the condition, and laparoscopy for endometriosis is one option available to them. We’re going to explain what causes endometriosis and why it might require surgery—and what that surgery typically entails and why laparoscopy for endometriosis is a great choice for many patients

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      Surviving Hospital Visits When You Have Endometriosis

      Surviving Hospital Visits When You Have Endometriosis

        Unless I’m sleeping, I am in some kind of pain. Whether it’s a dull ache in my corners to sharper stabs shooting from my pelvic area or an intense burning sensation that spreads across my butt and thighs, it is always there. Even though this is my reality, navigating the health care system with a chronic illness can be exhausting for anyone. Here are tips for getting through those appointments:

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        How Support Helps Endometriosis Warriors

        How Support Helps Endometriosis Warriors

          When I was first diagnosed with endometriosis, I had no idea what it even was. I just knew that something inside of me hurt during my period and sex, and that my doctor had said “don’t worry, it’s normal.”

          If you have been diagnosed with endometriosis, either in the past or recently, then you know how isolating this experience can be. In a recent poll of women on the Tia app who are managing endometriosis, more than half reported feeling isolated or alone when they were first diagnosed.

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