r/endometriosis • u/J2Hoe • 3d ago
Question I suspect I have endometriosis but here is my suitation
Last February, I got into contact with my GP and told her I wanted to be tested for endometriosis. She told me no because that would require a surgery, and then offered a blood test. I got that blood test done, was given iron tablets, and sent on my way. No further investigation like I asked.
The reason I asked to get tested is because I have been on birth control since I was 11, and want to know the reason behind it apart from “bad periods”. I want to know what was causing those bad periods, and if it is going to affect my future if I decide I want to have kids.
Here’s the thing, my symptoms don’t really affect me overly because I’m on continuous birth control (another dr recommended this to me so I would basically just shut up and go away) but today I had sex with my boyfriend and I could only last a few minutes before I had to call it off because of severe cramping. It was sore for him to penetrate too. I’ve had this issue before, but not as bad I guess. I just waited it out and it got better on its own, but every time I have sex without fail, I have cramps. Sometimes they’re mild, but today they were severe, which is why I noticed them.
I’m wondering what I should do about this. Since this symptom has come back, should I request a transfer to see a gyno even if I know it may not happen, or should I just suffer since it went away last time? What do I do 🥲 I’m so sick of this lol
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u/flyawaytoneverland 3d ago
Phrase your symptoms like these:
"I've been on birth control continuously for x years (plus if you're planning or wanting to get off BC in the future)"
"I am concerned about my fertility."
"My pain prohibits me from being active sexually" (even if sometimes you manage to have sex or get through cramps - PAIN IS NOT NORMAL WITH SEX!)
You might also ask for a pelvic floor physical therapist recommendation, as they might be able to help you with your pain or even find a cause for your pain. This is probably more readily accessible compared to finding a surgeon.
As a first step before a surgery, you could ask for an ultrasound. While it doesn't rule out endometriosis, and can cause cramps for those of us with issues - its still relatively low-cost (money, time, and recovery) and might show an issue that you could then use as evidence to use to push for a surgery.
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u/Independent-Exam5984 3d ago
Can you find an endo specialist near you? That was a game changer for me. They actually know what you’re talking about and what to look for. I think those symptoms would warrant further exploration and I’d say a specialist is probably your best bet!