Do I Have Endometriosis? Worried About Symptoms

Try going to the health department or even planned Parenthood. They're very low cost options and are relatively reliable.

I was diagnosed by a specialist by clinical symptoms and US test. Because I have large lesions, It was easier to see on ultrasound, but in the hands of experienced imaging specialists maybe it's also possible to see small lesions. I think it will be cheaper than laproscopic surgery but it's not that accurate.

Okay thanks

From what I’ve understood most women with endo- know they have endo. Diagnostic surgery is a huge expense but many doctors who are familiar with the condition can and will help without the for sure diagnosis because the symptoms are manageable with medication in many women. If you have a planned parenthood or an alpha omega near you they may be your best option for your first steps of getting help!! This is a miserable condition and you deserve help regardless of insurance status

I lived with endometriosis and adhesions since 2001. Knowing I was in a lot of pain but not getting anywhere with ObGyn doctors. They only had me take birth control as the only thing to help. 2006 I became a advocate for my health and went to a Pelvic Pain Specialist. I got a lot of my uncertainty about not knowing what was going on exactly and being educated and informed by the physician in one appointment. Including an ultrasound that showed I had Pelvic Pain Congestion in my left ovary. I had laparoscopic surgery and was confirmed endometriosis and adhesions. I had some relief from pain but it all came back. By 2013, I had been diagnosed with PMDD and was just constantly in pain. I made the decision to get the hysterectomy. I had been holding out in the knowing of possibility of conceiving again. I was no longer able to handle everything anymore. Having the hysterectomy was the best decision I have made. I had extensive endometriosis again. So, it was never going to be gone. Just cycling back after removal. I have so much relief from pain, not having a cycle each month which I only felt okay 1 week out of the month. I have freedom I feel. Also I don’t know how I was capable of dealing with so much constant pain for so many years. I have no regrets and encourage women to take charge of their healthcare. If you feel right that a hysterectomy is good for you, do it! But, follow your instincts and intuition first. It is a major surgery and has ability to cause emotional distress with losing the female reproductive system. Also, have you checked to see if you qualify for Medicaid where you live? I believe they have an expansion program which makes a lot of people able to get access to medical care. If not, I would at least try and apply to see. Good luck with your journey! ❤️ 🙏