Endo Admin

What does endometriosis feel like? It can be much more than painful periods. From pelvic pain and fatigue to bloating, bowel issues and back pain, endometriosis affects everyone differently. Learn about 25 common signs, when to seek medical care, and why severe period pain should never be ignored. Whether you're looking for answers for yourself or someone you love, this guide is here to help.

My period started when I was 11. By the age of 14 I was put on the birth control pill. My high school years, besides going to classes, I spent a lot of time in the nurse’s office, writhing in pain. Horrendous, heavy, painful periods was my life. Chronic pain was my life and everything I did needed to be scheduled around my period; otherwise, I would be at home in bed with a hot water bottle and OTC pain medication. That was my normal. I had been to the ER several times, only to be told I had...

It's not an official medical term, but if you've experienced it, you know exactly what it means. A flare finally settles down, the worst of the pain eases, and yet you still feel completely wiped out. Your body feels heavy. Your brain feels foggy. Even simple tasks seem overwhelming. Some people say it feels like recovering from the flu. The pain may be better, but you're far from feeling normal. Why does this happen? When your body spends hours—or even days—dealing with intense pain,...