subject: Endometriosis And Infertility: The Unwanted Relationship - Signs You Should Let Your Doctor Know [print this page] Endometriosis And Infertility: The Unwanted Relationship - Signs You Should Let Your Doctor Know
Often times you will feel afraid about disclosing important information to your fertility or OB doctor when in fact, these are the things you should not keep all to your self. Sometimes, what you may often be putting off are things that are really of high importance.
Most women like your self don't have even the slightest idea that you may be suffering from endometriosis, which is by the way the most common cause of infertility. Endometriosis is the abnormal tissue growth of cells which attaches to the ovaries, bladder, vagina and cervix. This abnormal tissue growth can go unnoticed for many years but its signs are common and very much observable.
During menstruation you will feel slight cramps on your lower abdomen however for someone suffering from endometriosis the signs and symptoms menstruation can be a bit exaggerated. You might notice a slight to obvious change in your menstrual cycle including unmanageable PMS. Bleeding heavily during your period can be one significant sign you should disclose to your doctor. Another is intense menstrual pain and cramps during your period. The pain can also be caused by ovulation; when your mature egg is released from the ovaries during the early stages of endometriosis. It is also likely that you will experience intense mood swings because of the rather exaggerated hormonal fluctuation which will happen to your body. Another sign you should watch out for is pain during sexual intercourse and even during bowel movements.
These and many other things are what you should report to your doctor or physician. In cases of getting pregnant, you will also have difficulty conceiving if you have endometriosis. The growth of cells in the uterus and ovaries is preventing the normal cycle from which pregnancy can be made possible. Although, endometriosis can be cured, managed and in some cases can be prevented it will still eventually lead to infertility in the future.
