Endometriosis + Chinese Medicine

Endometriosis is a chronic condition where endometrial tissue grows in sites other than the uterus and sticks to various pelvic organs, but also in other parts of the body. 

This tissue behaves like the uterine lining and responds to the hormonal changes of the menstrual cycle, with subsequent bleeding, inflammation, and pain. The most common symptom is pelvic pain which is often worse during your period. It can also cause pain during sex, uterine bleeding between periods, trouble conceiving, fatigue and digestive upset. Severity of symptoms can range significantly from very mild to debilitating. Some women do not have any symptoms and it is only discovered during treatment for fertility.

Acupuncture, herbs and Chinese Medicine can provide wonderful support to help relieve symptoms by:

• Relieving pain 

• Reducing inflammation

• Regulating hormones

• Improving blood circulation

• Moving the qi

• Providing lifestyle support

Please note that although it is a great help for those suffering with endometriosis, Chinese Medicine does not make current endometriosis disappear.