Endometriosis is commonly found cause of chronic pelvic pain in many women. There are over 5.5 million of females all over the United States suffering from this condition associated with significant amount of pain and other health issues. The cause of this problem is endometrial tissue growing outside its normal location, in the ovaries, fallopian tubes, in the pelvic lining or in some other organs in the abdominal cavity.
Painful menstruation and severe cramps before and during the bleeding, as well as bleeding between periods are commonly seen in endometriosis patients. These women may also experience pain during urination, bowel movements or sexual intercourse. Many of them also complain about nausea, bloating, digestion problems, constipation or diarrhea, not knowing the right cause of their problems. About 30% of women unable to conceive are also diagnosed with endometriosis.
Women suffering from endometriosis commonly seek medical help in order to relieve pain and resolve other symptoms. Some of them may ask for help because of infertility and only then find out they are suffering from this condition, while missing all other symptoms or pain. Doctors usually recommend taking some pain killers, surgery or hormonal treatment for this problem. However, there are several natural remedies endometriosis patients may found helpful.
Eat Healthy and Use Less Chemicals
Flavones, found in vegetables such as parsley and celery and indoles found in cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, kale, bok choy and broccoli are discovered to work efficiently for endometriosis, affecting hormone imbalance. Also, make sure to use more flaxseeds, for these are rich in fibers and lignans, substances which may also help you fight against misplaced endometrial tissue. Plenty of fresh fruits should also be incorporated in any healthy diet, including the one for endometriosis.
Omega 3 fatty acids are commonly found in fish, fish oils and also in supplemental tablets. Full of anti-inflammatory substances, omega 3 fatty acids may reduce pain and also slow the growth of abnormal endometrial tissue.
Chronic exposure to certain chemicals, such as dioxins and PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) can increase problems associated with endometriosis. For this reason, avoid animal fat, high fat dairy products, fish and fat cuts of meat.
Reduce Stress
Stress is known to increase production of hormone cortisol and this may worsen endometriosis. Minerals like magnesium and zinc, vitamins B and C, as well as herbal remedies made of herb called Ashwagandha are used to reduce stress, but you may also try different relaxation techniques, diaphragmatic breathing or meditation.Try Progesterone Cream or Sitz Baths
Progesterone creams are believed by some to be able to slow the growth of misplaced endometrial tissue and relieve pain present in this condition. This cream is usually obtained form Mexican wild yam or soy and then converted to a molecule similar to human progesterone in order to be efficient in endometriosis patients.
Contrast sitz baths are also one of alternative approaches in treatments of endometriosis.
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