My Endo Story: Discovery

Discovery

During my first year of marriage, I was having many painful menstrual cycles, as well as constant abdominal pain even when I was not on my menstrual cycle. I was in and out of my primary doctor's office for 7 months, who suggested I might have Irritable Bowel Syndrome, also known as IBS. Because of the lack of information on IBS, I was not satisfied with that answer. After several more doctor visits, my primary doctor suggested I get my colon tested. At 20 years old, I had my first colonoscopy.

It was the Gastroenterologist that suggested I might have Endometriosis. During the procedure I was given some anesthesia. However, through the procedure I began complaining of uncomfortable pain and pressure in my stomach. I guess it is not common for patients on the table to be that aware of the pain they are feeling.

I took his findings and went to see my Gynecologist. Given my history of painful menstrual cycles and the possible diagnosis of IBS, he said we needed to proceed with a Laparoscopy. I had my laparoscopy done in August 2009. My Gynecologist was able to perform the surgery, because he is licensed to do laser surgery and treat infertility. At 20, I was diagnosed with having stage 1 Endometriosis. He also removed a cyst from one of my ovaries.

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