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Fifi

1y ago

Passed out from period pain, need advice

Today I passed out because of 10/10 level period pain. It was very traumatic and horrible symptoms - sweating EVERYWHERE, shivering, shaking, headache, gagging. I couldn’t move or speak. I’ve never passed out before - I’m tying it to my period because I’ve always had absolutely horrendous periods. Maybe Endometriosis? Any possible answers would be very nice... all of my doctors have said it’s “all in my head”.

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100Percent_K

1y ago

Consult with an endometriosis specialist. There’s a list of them on Nancy’s Nook Endometriosis Education page on Facebook. Any old OBGYN will not do, they have absolutely no idea what they are doing
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wise

1y ago

endo sounds most likely. I had the same kind of pain, but it was every time I had my period. my mom actually commented once when I was like 16 that the only two other people she knew who had such horrific cramps both had endometriosis. she still feels bad about not getting me to a gynecologist the second she suspected something was wrong, but we didn't have money or insurance at the time. if you can afford to, see a gynecologist asap to get this sorted out
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BBYBAK

1y ago

get an ultrasound to check for an ovarian cyst… i fell to my knees crying because of the pain once… also very possible endo. you need to stand up and make them listen to you.
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Spooxk

1y ago

10000% endo. So many doctors (yes, even gynecologists) aren’t educated on endometriosis which is RIDICULOUS considering it’s in 1 in 10 women. Don’t give up, research endometriosis specialists in your area or surrounding states. It’s worth the traveling if necessary to have a doctor who will hear you out, take you seriously, and get you the treatment you need. Good luck!
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Zebrapotato37659

1y ago

Prayers I’d go see Gyno
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Kote

1y ago

Agree with all these comments; I have all of these even with the mirena, besides a lot of pain. Also document; I use the phone notes app since you can be as detailed as you want.
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MandazInTC

1y ago

Make sure to find an obgyn that is willing to listen to you. Document your symptoms, severity, and the times as well. Maybe even find a period app on top of that if you don't already have one. Track your cycle. I finally found my doctor a few years ago, and she is awesome. She explains everything and listens. She even does the surgeries for me for my endometriosis. I've had two surgeries for it, so I can say honestly the pain is not fun and I sympathize.
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EatenByWormy

1y ago

I had this happen once- I have endometriosis and was in the process of passing a clot the size of my thumb. Keep challenging doctors by telling them to document in your chart that they’re refusing to order diagnostics.
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EatenByWormy

1y ago

Whether it’s endo or not, pain of that severity shouldn’t go left unaddressed. They’re being negligent.
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Elizabeth01

1y ago

I would definitely go see a obgyn sounds like endometriosis to me

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