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Thoughts on Endometriosis

endometriosis

Endometriosis (endo) is often mistaken for PMS, which makes it no wonder that a diagnosis can take as long as 6-10 years.
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It’s estimated that around 10-20% of females of childbearing age have endo. It can also be responsible for ~12% of infertility cases.
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Endo is a painful disorder in which endometrial-like tissue grows outside the uterus, usually anywhere in the lower abdomen. This tissue acts as endometrial tissue (ET) found inside the uterus would — it thickens, breaks down and bleeds with each menstrual cycle.
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While normal ET exits the body via menstruation, this tissue doesn’t have an exit. Buildup can occur called endometriomas, surrounding tissue can become irritated and eventually, scar tissue and even adhesions can occur.
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There’s a lot at play when it comes to endo and a clear one is estrogen dominance. This occurs when there isn’t enough progesterone in the system to balance estrogen.
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Estrogen drives cell proliferation and growth. It also “excites” tissues and causes inflammation.
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It can be produced by many tissues via the aromatase enzyme, especially fat cells, but also any tissue under stress in general.
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More stress creates more inflammation, which produces more estrogen, which causes more stress and inflammation. It’s a vicious cycle.♻️
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But you don’t HAVE to be destined for 24/7 pain. You CAN still have children. You are NOT your diagnosis!
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Reducing estrogen exposure is something you can control that’s very effective:
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〰️Minimize xenoestrogens. Found in tap water, cookware, food storage, takeout, makeup, personal care products, home care products, conventional produce, etc
〰️Minimize phytoestrogens. Found in certain herbs, soy, nuts, seeds, grains, legumes, vegetable oils, etc. It’s important to properly prepare these if consuming them.
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Increasing the metabolism also helps:
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〰️Eat nutrient-dense foods, rich in vitamins and minerals, in the right quantities and at the right times for you
〰️Get sunlight
〰️Prioritize sleep
〰️Reduce other stressors
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⬆️ also helps with progesterone production, which can help balance estrogen.
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Endo CAN be put into remission. I've seen it first-hand!
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Not medical advice.

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This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before pursuing any changes to your personal healthcare regime.

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References

Brighten, J. (2019). Beyond the Pill. New York, NY: HarperCollins Publishers.

Cancer in Illinois. ENDOMETRIOSIS. Retrieved from: http://www.idph.state.il.us/cancer/factsheets/endo.htm#:~:text=Endometriosis%20is%20a%20common%2C%20yet,of%20childbearing%20age%20have%20endometriosis..

Dalton, K. Holton, W. (1999). Once a Month. Alameda, CA: Hunter House Inc., Publishers.

East West Healing. (2009). What is Endometriosis? Retrieved from: https://eastwesthealing.com/what-is-endometriosis/.

East West Healing. (2010). Best Treatment for Endometriosis. Retrieved from: https://eastwesthealing.com/best-treatment-for-endometriosis/.

Littlewood, K. (2019). The Big Estrogen Hoax. Retrieved from: https://balancedbodymind.com/blog/tag/endometriosis/.

Mayo Clinic Staff. (2019). Endometriosis. Retrieved from: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/endometriosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20354656.

Peat, R. (1993). Nutrition for Women. Eugene, OR.

Peat, R. (1997). From PMS to Menopause. Eugene, OR.

Peat, R. (2006). Tissue-bound estrogen in aging. Retrieved from: http://raypeat.com/articles/articles/tissue-bound-estrogen.shtml.

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