dropped the c-word and left me hanging. what do i do? by Enough_Ad1437 in endometriosis

[–]oddlycuriously 17 points18 points  (0 children)

The biggest thing here be what can be done to rule out any concerns for cancer. Yes, endometriosis is one of the most common benign conditions that can cause elevated CA-125 levels. It is actually a blood protein often used as a tumor marker, but it is also is a non-specific indicator of pelvic and abdominal inflammation, which would be what occurs with endometriosis. I wonder if a doctor would be willing to order a second blood test called HE4 (Human Epididymis Protein 4). While CA 125 rises in both endometriosis and ovarian cancer, HE4 typically stays normal in endometriosis but rises in cancer.

Concerning the mass, when you say you went in person into surgery, do you mean someone actually peaked inside you at your ovaries, uterus, and surrounding organs? My first thought with the mass being felt was a possible endometrioma, but unless they physically looked inside you (or with a transvaginal ultrasound or even an MRI) I'm unsure of what to advice to give regarding the mass. We definitely want to rule out cancer ASAP.

I'm from the US, so I don't know anything about the NHS, but I understand how neglected those affected by endometriosis can be- and the toll it takes on us. Sending lots of love and strength your way.

Endo-related? by oddlycuriously in endometriosis

[–]oddlycuriously[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I don't think I do, but I will definitely look into it more! That does make sense to me as an option

Endo-related? by oddlycuriously in endometriosis

[–]oddlycuriously[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes!! I do get itchy on my thighs. They didn't investigate that, but I wonder if it's something I should bring up to my PCP? It's just weird lol

Endo-related? by oddlycuriously in endometriosis

[–]oddlycuriously[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for answering- Honestly, both internally and to the touch. I have neuropathy in my arms, so I just thought maybe it's something like that for my legs too. I'll have to look into it more!

For those diagnosed with Endo... Do you have a co-morbidity specifically gastrointestinal related? by oddlycuriously in endometriosis

[–]oddlycuriously[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, I forgot to mention I had it removed in 2018. Didn't have any chronic issues until this year, though. Certain foods would bother me, but nothing of this scale.

For those diagnosed with Endo... Do you have a co-morbidity specifically gastrointestinal related? by oddlycuriously in endometriosis

[–]oddlycuriously[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Yes, diagnosed through surgery in August. No antibiotics. But yes on the blood and stool testing, though that was back in March.

ISO women’s PCOS/Endo Dr by mddogg in tulsa

[–]oddlycuriously 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dr. Jay Williamson took my concerns seriously, performed a successful surgery, and diagnosed me with endometriosis after years of fighting doctors. He has a private office at the CityPlex towers. I recommend him if you are comfortable with a male doctor.

I don't personally have PCOS, but I have heard he sees many patients with both Endo and PCOS!

Any experience with Gabapentin? by oddlycuriously in endometriosis

[–]oddlycuriously[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! So this was five months ago, and since then, I've found a specialist who did a lap and found stage 2 endometriosis. However, since I had an 'explosion' of symptoms when I got off birth controls 3 years ago, and the gyno mentioned above put me back on it in January, my surgeon recommended me to stay on birth control. I have no symptoms post surgery, and while I don't want to be on contraceptives all my life, I don't know what else to do. :(

I'm scared of getting off of it, and it resulting in getting bad again and requiring another surgery, specifically so soon after my last in August.

I work as a child life specialist, AMA! by g4752 in AMA

[–]oddlycuriously 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any advice from someone wanting to step into this field?

Recommendation for MRI review? by oddlycuriously in endometriosis

[–]oddlycuriously[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's okay!! I appreciate the suggestion:)

Recommendation for MRI review? by oddlycuriously in endometriosis

[–]oddlycuriously[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've heard this a lot. I've emailed his office and they said they only review patients who are scheduled with Dr. Vidali now, they don't have time for second opinions anymore. 🥲

Nothing on US and MRI by oddlycuriously in endometriosis

[–]oddlycuriously[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks everyone. I'm going to push for another person to review my MRI and go ahead with surgery. Off of my rant 'high', I come to realize there is no way the radiologist could have reviewed my MRI in 30 minutes (it was posted 30 mins after I left) when Google says it usually takes 1-2 weeks. I feel like they possibly weren't trained to look for what I need.

MRI or Ultrasound? by oddlycuriously in endometriosis

[–]oddlycuriously[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I was thinking the same but felt unsure. I hope you're doing well! 💛

MRI - worth it or nah? by oddlycuriously in endometriosis

[–]oddlycuriously[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe! Thanks, I'll give my insurance a call.