Women's Silent Pain (That Nobody Talks About)

If you're wondering what I'm talking about - it's endometriosis.  I know several people who suffer from this agonizing, debilitating disease of the uterus.  Some even end up getting a hysterectomy because of it. It's affecting young girls, not just women.

Although she wanted more children, my friend had a hysterectomy at 30 years old.

But why?  Why is it striking women? And are there any natural treatments for it?

About.com comes through again. It lists several natural treatments for Endometriosis.

1. Reduce chemicals (PCBs) in your diet - animal fat (high-fat dairy, fish and red meat).

2. Flaxseed - yet another place I read that flaxseed is good - flaxseed is high in fiber and lignans

3. Eat your veggies, ladies - Add foods that improve estrogen metabolism to your diet - Brussel sprouts, cauliflower, kale, broccoli and cabbage all contain indoles

4. Omega-3 Fatty Acids - I was a little confused when it added fish to #1, but I think they're talking about mercury and fish high in mercury....But we know what foods are high in Omega-3 Fatty Acids, don't we? Salmon, mackerel, sardines, and anchovies - DELICIOUS!

5. REDUCE YOUR STRESS - no need to add anymore to this one

6. Hydrotherapy - for you child-bearing women, we know what a sitz bath is - it's sitting in hot water for three minutes, moving to cool water for one minute, and repeating this 3 times.  Although, I just sat in warm water for awhile.  I can't stand to sit in cold water!  Don't do this while you are menstruating.

7. Tea with ginger - what isn't tea good for?  This can help with the nausea if applicable

I hope these remedies help you.  Noone knows why women are being singled out with this disease - maybe because men do not have a uterus!

Let me know.  If you have something to add, definitely give me a shout!

Sources:

http://altmedicine.about.com/od/healthconditionsdisease/a/endometriosis.htm

http://www.painrelief101.com/chronic-pain/natural-relief-for-endometriosis.htm