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An Extensive Surgical Info & Coping Tips Collaborative Article -------------------------------------------
"The
Encounter"
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Brief overview of Shiatsu, Naturopathy, Biofeedback, Osteopathy, Homeopathic therapy, Chiropractics, Acupuncture, TENS electrotherapy, Bach Flower Remedies, Exercise, Aromatherapy, Reflexology and Herbs and how they can help provide relief of Endometriosis symptoms. |
Both are leading causes of chronic pelvic pain; both have similar symptoms. In fact, more than 70% of cases presenting with symptoms of bladder Endo are identical to those of IC. So how do you know if you have Endo of the bladder or IC? |
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Fatigue and muscle pains. Digestive and urinary tract ailments. Headaches and general malaise. Depression and allergies. Do any of these symptoms sound familiar, yet you've seen many physicians with no resolve? One commonly overlooked health problem that may be at the source of your symptoms is Candida overgrowth, also known as Candidiasis - simply translated, a yeast infection. |
Though advances are continually being made in the treatment of Endometriosis, so much about the disease remains a mystery. Infallibly, we know that Endometriosis has the potential to cause debilitating pain in some women. What we still don't know is what causes the disease, how we can definitively cure it, and if it can be prevented. This article discusses popular - and not so popular - theories of etiology and prevention for Endometriosis. |
There has been much concern and discussion regarding the presence of dioxin in feminine hygiene products. It has been long debated, and there is conflicting evidence, as to whether or not the use of such products could lead to several illnesses, including Endometriosis. |
Traveling to an Endometriosis specialist to get the help you need.
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The
Association Between Endometriosis & Malignancies
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"The Letter From Survivors"
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Bad
Medicine
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A staggering 35% of laparoscopies done on patients with pelvic pain are considered "negative," giving no indication of any physical cause(s) for pain. If you've had a negative laparoscopy, does that mean you don't have Endometriosis? Not necessarily. Negative laparoscopy results do not always mean that patients have no Endometriosis. |
You're laying in the recovery room after having a laparoscopy. Your head is spinning and your world is a foggy place. All you know is, you hurt. In the midst of this confusion, your doctor pops in and says, "great news! We found the reason for your pain. You've got Endometriosis. See you next week at post-op!" When the groggy feeling lifts and you start to regain your strength, you wonder, "what on earth is Endometriosis?!" |
Though referred to as "uncommon," two specific manifestations of the disease are becoming more prevalent. This article seeks to provide basic information about Sciatic and Thoracic Endometriosis.
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Very Private® Insights Into Endo Questions You Might be Afraid to Ask |
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We know through research and in speaking with one another that Endometriosis patients do not fit a "typical patient profile." The disease affects women and teens from all walks of life, and not all patients have the same symptoms - nor do all patients respond the same way to the same treatments. One of the only common themes throughout the lives of many Endometriosis patients is pain. So how do we develop an effective screening process and subsequent patient profile? |
Dysautonomia:
When the Body's Autopilot Fails
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Endometriosis is a costly disease, both emotionally and financially. Treatments can range from hundreds to thousands upon thousands of dollars, putting strain on both your pocketbook and your psyche. Whether you have insurance coverage or not, this article may be helpful for you in suggesting ways to ease the monetary strain associated with this painful and expensive disease. |
How far have we come in understanding this enigmatic disease?
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RU-486
Explained
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Nearly 51.8 million women in the US alone are eligible for estrogen replacement therapy, including women on GnRH addback and those in surgical menopause. Many of these women will be offered Premarin as an ERT option - but only some are aware of the cruel manner in which this drug is derived. "Say Neigh"
to Premarin™
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GnRHs like Lupron a cure for Endometriosis? Not quite. This article addresses some common myths which are still circulating about Endo, even since the ancient Eygyptians first wrote about Endo in 1600BC.
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PreDiagnostic
GnRH Usage: Challenging the "Experts"
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The rising costs of prescription drugs combined with a lack of drug coverage are leaving consumers without the medication they need. Fortunately, assistance may be available. -------------------------------- The Dreaded Pap Smear: How 20 minutes of unpleasantness can save your life ------------------------------- Human Papillomavirus & Condylomata Acuminata: HPV & genital warts are more common than you think |
Explaining two procedures that may help alleviate certain pains from the disease.
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Is
Hysterectomy Right for You?
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"Not
Tonight, Honey...I Have Endometriosis"
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Why surgical intervention is superior to Lupron, et al. |
Who it affects, how the two are related, and how to get help. |
Ovarian cancer accounts for 4% of all cancers among women, and ranks 5th as a cause of their deaths from cancer. There will be an estimated 23,400 new cases diagnosed and 13,900 deaths from the disease this year alone. This rate has barely improved over the last 50 years. Get the tests that can save your life. |
Melanoma is a potentially deadly skin cancer that may appear simply as new mole, or as a change in an existing mole. |
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Pain-mapping (Patient-Assisted Laparoscopy) can be your next surgical solution. |
Why does your shoulder hurt if the surgery was done on your pelvis? And can it be avoided? |
Winning entry from Suite101.com's "Short ‘n Suite Writing Contest," regarding Endo on the internet, is featured in the book. |
Part I How women are using the Internet to empower themselves and better understand their health. The Internet Patient (Part II by Dr. Kelly Shanahan) Presented on OBGYN.net |
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Osteoporosis is a painful and debilitating disease affecting millions of men and women. Drug therapy can offer prevention and relief of symptoms. |
Pain. Whether acute or chronic, all of us have experienced it. In today's age of medical advancements, how far have we come in treating this life-altering symptom? |
A short review of "Coping with Endometriosis," by Glenda Motta, RN, MPH and Robert Phillips, Ph.D. No Endo patient or her family should be without this book! |
If you are one of the 35+ million Americans who suffer from Insomnia, grab your pillow and read on. |
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Snoring may be more than just an annoyance for your bed partner. -------------------------------------------------- Common Bacterias can Cause Quite a Shock: Toxic Shock Sydrome |
Shamans use them to diagnose illness. Others use them to predict the future. Some believe they are a way of allowing us to receive messages from those long departed. Still others believe they have no purpose at all. However, everyone sleeps - and everyone dreams. The interpretation of your dreams is up to you. |
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Many patients (and some doctors!) aren't even aware that this event occurs. Read up on the presentations from the 7th World Congress held in London, England. Courtesy of the Endometriosis Research Center. |
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With the holiday season upon us, we all know that stress levels can run high. With stress comes an exacerbation of symptoms, affecting both your mind and your body. Living with Endometriosis is stressful enough...so how can we avoid extra stressors during this time when our daily routine is fraught with pressures and pitfalls? |
Vulvodynia is a painful disease affecting millions of women, yet the disorder continues to be treated with a lack of significance by medical and lay societies alike. |
How to get - and give - help following these shocking events. |
An undercurrent of fear that terrorists may turn to biological weapons as their next mode of attack against the United States is slowly growing. Pneumonic Plague, a highly lethal and contagious form of the Plague, is one such agent. |
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Characterized by a telltale rash that often leaves disfiguring "pocks" on the skin of those infected, Smallpox is a potentially deadly virus. ------------------------------------- "BOUND:"Adhesions
& Endometriosis
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Benefits of Massage Therapy in Adhesion Treatment
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