We don’t hear much about endometriosis, although unfortunately it is a common disease that affects 10 percent of women on average, and among women who are not fertile, up to 40 percent may suffer from this disease. And those who are familiar with endometriosis also know exactly that it is associated with a lot of problems that can make everyday life miserable…
Endometriosis is a condition in which the lining of the uterus, the endometrium, is outside the uterus (endometrial tissue). Endometriosis most often affects the tissue lining the ovaries, intestines, or pelvis.
However, since this disease manifests itself differently in every woman and produces different symptoms, there is currently no uniform solution for treatment. However, this does not mean that we are helpless!
What can we do if the pain is raging?
And one of the most important bases for overcoming pain is to always get the right amount of fluid into our body.
In addition, one of the best solutions for eliminating the muscle pain associated with the disease is to try to somehow keep the muscles warm.
We can easily purchase heating pads on the Internet, which we can charge today in the same way as a phone, or we can try the simpler and cheaper version. The latter simply consists of putting rice in a clean sock, then putting it in the microwave for a few minutes, so you actually make a heating pad at home. And the simplest solution is to simply take a hot bath, thus relaxing the sore muscles.
So-called TENS machines can also be a solution. These are devices that have a nerve and muscle stimulating effect and can be purchased for as little as a few thousand forints. However, it is worth adding that before trying the TENS machines, it is worth visiting a specialist who can give advice on how and when to use them.
Of course, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as Ibuprofen, can help, but their regular use takes a toll on the body, so they are only recommended occasionally.
What can we do to prevent or alleviate the impending pain?
Unfortunately, there are cases when, no matter how much we want to, the pain cannot be completely eliminated, but this does not mean that it cannot be reduced to a level that is at least bearable and does not leave its mark on our whole day and week.
People with endometriosis usually know exactly which days are going to be particularly difficult. In such cases, it is worthwhile to reorganize the usual programs a little and leave extra time to prepare properly or just to get to work, so at least stress is taken out of the equation.
If you don’t know in advance what the particularly difficult days will be, you can now download a lot of applications for smartphones, which help you tell what to expect by entering your data and medical history, so you are prepared for problems.
In addition, it is also worth trying a diet rich in Omega-3 or, for example, acupuncture, as these can all help in the treatment of pain.
The most important thing, however, is that the healthier you live, the weaker the symptoms will usually be. You can read more about our dietary recommendations for endometriosis by clicking here.
If you drink a lot of alcohol, smoke, don’t exercise regularly, and don’t eat enough vegetables, you can prepare yourself for the pain to hit even harder and become even more unpredictable.
How to overcome the stress associated with endometriosis?
The worst symptom of endometriosis is that your body handles stress differently because of the disease, and this also intensifies the pain. That is why, although it may seem like a small thing, it can be very effective if we develop ways to fight stress.
This could be aromatherapy, yoga, or even learning breathing exercises, as well as drinking herbal teas and regularly taking vitamins D and B can help a lot. The former helps with anxiety, the latter with fatigue. It works differently for everyone, everyone has a different perfect recipe, so it’s worth experimenting.
And if we want to get better without “help”, don’t waste time, go hiking, running, exercising, or just take a long walk in nature, where you have time to relax and let go of the stress that accumulates during everyday life. You can also try yoga, which not only relieves stress, but also eases pain – you can find recommended yoga exercises for endometriosis by clicking here.