Endometriosis Fact Sheet
If you have been diagnosed with endometriosis then chances are you suffer from chronic and sometimes debilitating pain.
You may also suffer from heavy bleeding during your period. Symptoms can be severe and disabling, and you may be at
your wits’ end knowing what to do to get relief.
Endometriosis is a significant women’s health issue and one of the most common gynaecological problems in Australia,
affecting around 1 in 10 women. It is believed cause up to 50 percent of infertility cases.
It is usually diagnosed by pelvic examination, ultrasound or laparoscopy and sadly, it is often very difficult to treat.
Many women are unaware that a naturopathic program can correct this naturally, as you’ll discover here.
Tania’s story
Tania is in her late 30s and has just been diagnosed with endometriosis. She has suffered from period pain all
her life, but lately the pain seems to go all month, extending into her back and shoulder blades. She also feels
pain when she goes to the toilet, and when having intercourse.
She and her husband Tim have been trying to conceive for over a year. It was found she had endometriosis
when her specialist did a laparoscopy. During the surgery, it was found that Tania has endometrial lesions on
her ovaries and fallopian tubes, and that may be why she hasn’t been able to conceive yet.
Tania and Tim are shattered by this news and want to do everything possible to get rid of the endometriosis
so they can start a family. Tania’s specialist says she has a ‘window of opportunity’ to get pregnant for a few
months following the laparoscopy, as he has removed as much of it as possible during the surgery, but he says
she needs to ‘get in quick’ before further deposits grow back.
They are looking for natural ways to stop the endometriosis from returning so they can get pregnant and have
the family they have always wanted.
Did you know?
The common symptoms of Endometriosis include:
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Abdominal pain
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Pain with bowel movement or urination
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Back pain
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Depression
Pelvic burning, aching not just
at the time of menstruation
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Frequent or constant pain over the site
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PMS with painful periods
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Infertility
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Insomnia, fatigue
Referred pain to distant sites in the body, especially
the shoulder blades or the top of the collar bone
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Ovulation pain
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Bloating and gas
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Pain on intercourse
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Nausea and vomiting with periods
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Spotting before period
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What causes it?
Its cause is still not fully known and there are many theories such as:
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Retrograde menstrual flow theory - menstrual blood flowing upwards out of the uterus
through the fallopian tubes and into the abdominal cavity
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Lymphatic flow theory - the spread of endometrial tissue throughout the body via the lymphatic system
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Chemical exposure
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Immune and inflammatory factors
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Tampon Usage
What are the risk factors for getting Endometriosis?
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Getting your period before 12 years
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Fewer than two pregnancies
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Cycles less than 26 days long
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Family history
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Heavy bleeds lasting longer than 7 days
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Use of an IUD
High stress, especially linked to
relationships or sexuality
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History of a D & C
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High fat intake, especially heated fats, fried foods.
How is it treated?
Medical treatment includes surgery and hormone therapy such as the OCP to suppress the disease - not cure it.
However, the chances of it returning after surgery are high with 20 percent of women experiencing further lesions
within six months.
How we work and why we’re different
Our treatment focuses on relieving symptoms as well as reducing the disease and preventing it from progressing.
In other words, our aim is to clear the endometriosis as much as possible and stop it from returning.
As it is a difficult condition to treat, our approach is to investigate your case thoroughly and then use a comprehensive
nutritional and herbal prescription, together with dietary and lifestyle modifications to get long lasting results.
Our treatment includes:
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Balancing your hormones
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Avoidance of xenoestrogens (for more info on xenostrogens download our e-book)
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Avoidance of environmental toxins and thorough detoxification support
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Supplementation with antioxidants
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Modulating your immune system
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Reducing inflammation
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Improving digestion and gut flora
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Reducing symptoms - decreasing inflammation, relieving pain, reducing the growth of
endometrial tissue outside the uterus
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What you can expect from treatment
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Symptomatic pain relief
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Reduction of inflammation
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Prevention and reduction of vaginal and pelvic infections
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Help with stress relief
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Improvement in immune system functioning
By applying a comprehensive natural health care protocol over three to four months,
many cases of endometriosis can be completely resolved.
Helpful Hints to get you started
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Use high quality extra virgin cold pressed olive oil
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Cut down caffeine and alcohol
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Reduce sugar and refined carbohydrates
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Eat small frequent meals - five a day
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Eat 2 - 3 serves of fish high in essential fatty acids - salmon is a good choice
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Cut down red meat - no more than 2 serves per week
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Restrict dairy products such as cow’s milk, cheese and cream
Treatment is available throughout Australia and worldwide by Skype and at our two clinics in NSW Australia.
To book a consultation and for more information visit www.womenshealthnaturally.com.au.
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