Yes
Causes of Endometriosis. Just as with PCOS, the cause of endometriosis is not clearly understood. Tissues from the endometrial lining of the uterus get implanted in some site other than the uterus, such as the fallopian tubes, ovaries, bladder, abdomen or other abnormal sites and give rise to various symptoms. The exact cause of PCOS is not known but a hormonal imbalance is the basic problem encountered in a woman suffering from this disease. This can lead to anovulation (lack of ovulation) or irregular ovulation, scanty or irregular periods, and cysts within the ovaries. Yes, it is possible to have both Endometriosis and PCOS. I was diagnosed with PCOS when I was 14 years of age and last year (I was 20 years of age) I was diagnosed with Endometriosis. It does sound like you do have Endometriosis along with your PCOS. To: painpaingoaway. I do have both endo and PCOS. I was diagnosed with endo 7 years ago when I was 16 and PCOS about 1 week ago. I am not sure yet what we are going to do from here but I have surgery for the endo at least every 2 years to clean it out as my doc would say. The Question:  I have been diagnosed with polycystic ovary disorder and endometriosis. I have dealt with surgery, infertility, pain and frustration. The newest challenge facing me is if I should take Lupron or not. I have tried BCP all types unsuccessfully because I do not tolerate them well. Lupron. This drug is often used to treat endometriosis in women, prostate cancer in men, early onset of puberty in children or uterine fibroids in women. (11). Most common side effects with Lupron Depot are generally those related to hypoestrogenism, including vasomotor flushes, headaches and vaginal dryness. Endometriosis and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) are common gynecologic disorders affecting an estimated five to 10 percent of women, especially teenagers and those of childbearing age. Even though these disorders can be painful and uncomfortable to cope with, they are often difficult to detect. Other symptoms include: 1  Painful periods. 2  Pain in the lower abdomen before and during menstruation. 3  Cramps for a week or two before menstruation and during menstruation; cramps may be steady and range from dull to severe). 4  Pain during or following sexual intercourse. 5  Pain with bowel movements. It is possible to have endometriosis I am finally going in for a laproscopy tomorrow to see how bad the endometriosis is, my doc confirmed through pelvic exam I too was told that you dont have pelvic pain with pcos and i am in constant pain.. To: painpaingoaway. I do have both endo and PCOS. I was diagnosed with endo 7 years ago when I was 16 and PCOS about 1 week ago. I am not sure yet what we are going to do from here but I have surgery for the endo at least every 2 years to clean it out as my doc would say. I am 25. I have endometriosis and PCOS. I was told that I would have to be on fertility drugs to become pregnant. Me and my boyfriend have been together for almost 3 years. We never used any sort of protection and I was convinced I could just never have kids. I had pcos and endo as well as a 6cm dermoid. I never had periods and was around 200 pound. My doctor perscribed me metmorfin for 6 months during this time i was dieting got down to 160 pound and was just due for op to have dermoid removed and got pregnant. YES, you can have both endo and PCOS! I have been trying to have a baby for 15 years now. I found out in 1998 that I had both and that I had a slim to none chance of getting pregnant. I had 2 laproscopies and various infretility treatments. All with no luck. To: painpaingoaway. I do have both endo and PCOS. I was diagnosed with endo 7 years ago when I was 16 and PCOS about 1 week ago. I am not sure yet what we are going to do from here but I have surgery for the endo at least every 2 years to clean it out as my doc would say. The most common symptom in women with endometriosis is pelvic pain that is worse just before menstruation. The pain is constant and deep and often radiates to both sides of the pelvis, lower back, abdominal region and buttocks. Lupron. This drug is often used to treat endometriosis in women, prostate cancer in men, early onset of puberty in children or uterine fibroids in women. (11). Most common side effects with Lupron Depot are generally those related to hypoestrogenism, including vasomotor flushes, headaches and vaginal dryness. Symptoms of Endometriosis. Endometriosis occurs when cells from the lining of the uterus grow in other areas of the body, like the ovaries, bowel, rectum, bladder and pelvic area. According to the National Institutes of Health, pain is the main symptom of endometriosis. Other symptoms include: 1  Painful periods. 2  Pain in the lower abdomen before and during menstruation. 3  Cramps for a week or two before menstruation and during menstruation; cramps may be steady and range from dull to severe). 4  Pain during or following sexual intercourse. 5  Pain with bowel movements.
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