Endometriosis Self-Test
For at least six months have you had . . .
1. Pelvic pain? The pain may have a monthly pattern, for example being the worst during your period and/or mid-cycle. Some have constant pain.
2. Fatigue, exhaustion, low energy?
3. Diarrhea, painful bowel movements, or other stomach upset at the time of your period?
4. Stomach bloating and swelling?
5. Heavy or irregular menstrual bleeding?
10 points if you said “yes” to question #1. 5 points for each “yes” to questions #2-5.
Total: ___________
10 points or more: You clearly have risk factors for endometriosis. For a screening at a physician’s office, contact the Endometriosis Association at 1-800-992-3636 or http://www.EndometriosisAssn.org. The Association will give you the names of physician volunteers participating the Endometriosis Screening Month in your area.
If you said yes to any question, regardless of your score, you should tell your doctor about your symptoms.
From: http://www.obgyn.net/women/women.asp?page=/avtranscripts/EA_test
May 30th, 2011 at 5:19 am
hi there I would like to share your blog on my blog if that is okay
I am recovering from a total hysterectomy following years of treatment (including the coil)and have been blogging throughout
Your blog is fab thank you
May 30th, 2011 at 8:11 am
Sure, you may add Endometriosis Journey to your links section. Thank you for asking.