Tag: Endometriosis

Having to deal with bleeding once a month is, in itself, quite frustrating for most women. Which is why it's completely natural to be...

Endometriosis is a painful gynecological disorder that affects 1 in 10 women. Common and painful as it is, managing endometriosis need not necessarily be tough. Instead of depending on the medication, eat the right kind of foods. Choose foods that are anti-inflammatory and that reduce pain and eat fiber-rich foods that lower the estrogen level to avoid hormonal treatments and their side effects.

Endometriosis is, unfortunately, a disease that affects one of the most unrecognized parts of a woman’s life, her period. It is a very personal...

Many women who are having their periods may occasionally also experience nausea. Nausea is an uneasy feeling in the stomach that makes a person feel as though they want to throw up. This feeling of nausea during periods may be caused due to many reasons such as endometriosis, migraine headaches, or even due to a hormonal imbalance. Simple remedies can usually help prevent and treat this condition.

Be it short or long in duration, period cramps totally suck. It’s a common problem faced by many women around the world and also,...

Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a relatively common disorder that affects the colon. It is termed a diagnosis of exclusion because a diagnosis...

About 10 percent of women have endometriosis. It develops when endometrial tissue grows outside of the womb, causing extreme pain during periods. Many women mistake it for cramps, so diagnosis is often delayed. A high intake of alcohol and caffeine can increase the risk of endometriosis. It is also linked to a greater risk of skin cancer, autoimmune disease, allergies, heart disease, and ovarian cancer. Studies have shown that acupuncture is an effective way of managing pain.

Endometriosis is a disease that affects millions of women worldwide but often goes undetected and misdiagnosed. The condition is classically defined by tissue lining...

Although the exact cause of endometriosis isn't known, female hormones, especially estrogen has an important role to play. Back flow of menstrual debris, an overactive immune system, a family history of endometriosis, and a history of abdominal or pelvic surgery are other possible causes. Women who menstruate before 11 or have a cycle shorter than 27 days and heavy, long periods are at risk.

Some women experience extremely painful cramping during their menstruation period. While a slight pain is considered normal, too much pain and cramping can indicate the presence of other diseases, which may also lead to female infertility. However, there is no single identifiable cause of painful menstrual periods. Some diseases such as Endometriosis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), and fibroid may adversely affect fertility among women.

Bleeding after sex can be really unnerving when it’s not during your period. In menopausal women, bleeding can occur because of dry vaginal walls...

Studies suggest that regular consumption of foods high in vit C (bell peppers) and resveratrol (blueberries, red grapes) can help reduce the size, volume of endometrial cysts, thus relieving you of pain. Additionally, foods rich in omega 3s (salmon), iron (spinach), fiber (flaxseeds) can help detoxify excess estrogen out of the body and counter inflammation.

Slash caffeine, sugar, alcohol, red meat from your diet; instead include more of organic fruits and veggies, probiotics that are anti-estrogenic in nature. Try using emotional freedom technique and/or a restorative meditation practice to rewire your emotional and physical health. Prioritize self-care and rest to boost immunity and encourage tissue repair and regeneration.

Endometriosis results in a mild irritant to almost immobilizing pains. Consider these tried and tested natural methods to manage the pain.

Endometriosis is a common condition in most women worldwide. The resulting pain varies in every woman. But a major difficulty in treating this condition lies in not being able to figure out the root cause of endometriosis. Read on to understand the probable causes and how it can help in the treatment.