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something is wrong with my reproductive system. help??
Hi. Ok so this question will have a lot of TMI so just be prepared. Ok so about 2 months ago my periods starting going whacko. It came a week early and then it has been every 2 weeks since. This is by no means normal for me. I started my period way early. I had just turned 10 which I heard can cause problems later on. Well I have a continuous pain in my lower abdomen and have unexplained weight gain. I have been pregnant 3 times and two made it. So I know when something is off. I have taken multiple pregnancy tests they all say negative. I don't feel pregnant I feel sick. Very sick. Like I'm falling apart. All my energy is gone. Every few days I seem to either begin to feel worse or I develop a new symptom. Well a week ago the pain began to get worse. Me and my husband had sex and it was uncomfortable it felt as though there was something inside me he kept bumping. Only on the right side though. And I'd get a small twinge of pain every time. My stomach looks swollen on the right side. 4 days ago I developed diarrhea. And for the people who are gonna scream go to the Dr I have an appointment but it's three days from now. I want an idea of what's going on so I can know what to bring up and ask to be tested for. My family has a history of cancer. Uhm yeah. I guess that's about it in a nutshell. Does anybody have any suggestions on what could be wrong with me?? Thanks in advance.
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Ask your doctor about the possibility that you are suffering from Endometriosis? My friend’s wife suffered from this and her symptoms where much like yours. Note: Just because your symptoms are similar does not mean you have the same illness but is good reason to question your doctor about this problem. This is a gynecological problem and you should be seeing a GYN for diagnoses and treatment.
What is Endometriosis? (From the Web)
Endometriosis is the abnormal growth of cells endometrial cells) similar to those that form the inside or lining the tissue of the uterus, but in a location outside of the uterus. Endometrial cells are cells that are shed each month during menstruation. The cells of endometriosis attach themselves to tissue outside the uterus and are called endometriosis implants. These implants are most commonly found on the ovaries, the Fallopian tubes, outer surfaces of the uterus or intestines, and on the surface lining of the pelvic cavity. They can also be found in the vagina, cervix, and bladder, although less commonly than other locations in the pelvis. Rarely, endometriosis implants can occur outside the pelvis, on the liver, in old surgery scars, and even in or around the lung or brain. Endometrial implants, while they can cause problems, are benign (not cancerous).
I also agree with one of the other advisors that part of the problem could be your gallbladder though this does not explain the change in your periods.
If you are in such pain that on a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being the worst pain you have ever felt. If the pain is above 7 I would suggest not waiting 3 days but going to a hospital ER today now if possible. If you cannot get there on your own then call 911. This is the purpose of the 911 service to care for and transport people who are too sick to take themselves to a doctor or hospital. If you are in that much pain you deserve and qualify for the services of the 911 system
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I wouldn't wait 3 days, not even 1, go to emergency dear. Better safe than sorry. Some medical emergencies get slowly worse. With others, a matter of a few hours before seeing a doctor can be the difference between life and death. You dont know what it is, neither do we, You're in pain, you have swelling and its gotten worse. Don't take chances with your life. You have 2 kids who are going to need their mother around for quite some time yet.
Praying all will be well with you.
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To be honest with you I wouldn't wait the extra 3 days. at the least I would find a clinic who can see you or at best go to an emergency room. This isn't normal and it appears as though you are having a lot of trouble functioning with the runs on top.
We aren't doctors so I cannot explain issues with periods, weight gain and pain. I hate speculating but one possible thing might be a gastrointestinal issue. I stress *might* With lactose or other issues the pain is continuous sharp and lower abdomen.
How's your diet? Also, with not eating well or having a problem in that area your energy is also not existent. That's one idea to explore.
Another is a gallbladder issue. When you have that problem people get sharp pains in the abdomen much like you described. Apparently, from what I read the sufferer might not even know there is even a problem and have this building up for years. That's not meant to scare you but to illustrate.
If you are having the runs you can become dehydrated and if it's not stopping on top of all these symptoms go to the ER and explain everything you wrote in this note or even hand it to them and ask for them to intervene.
The swelling that is unexplained concerns me and is reason enough to go. If feeling very sick all the time especially go now rather than wait 3 days. I seriously doubt you have cancer and should put that fear aside. Whatever this is does need to be checked sooner rather than later and can be handled.
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