Symptoms of Endometriosis: What to Look Out For
Endometriosis is a chronic condition affecting around 1 in 10 women, but many go undiagnosed for years due to normalisation of the symptoms. If you’ve been told your pain is “just part of being a woman,” it’s time to dig deeper.
Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (endometrium) grows outside the womb - commonly on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bowel, or pelvic lining. These cells respond to hormonal changes each cycle, causing pain, inflammation, and sometimes scarring or adhesions.
Common Symptoms of Endometriosis
Painful periods (dysmenorrhea): Cramping that doesn’t ease with painkillers and may radiate into your lower back and legs.
Pain with sex (dyspareunia): Especially deep pain during or after intercourse.
Digestive issues: Bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, often mistaken for IBS.
Fatigue: Not your average tiredness—this is body-wide exhaustion.
Painful ovulation: Mid-cycle pain that feels sharp or crampy.
Infertility or difficulty conceiving.
Heavy bleeding: Flooding, clots, or needing double protection.
If your symptoms disrupt your life, they’re not “normal.” Advocate for yourself - track symptoms and bring them to a specialist.
Everybody is different, and when it comes to hormones, one-size-fits-all advice just doesn’t work. Working with a women’s health nutritionist means getting personalised support tailored to your unique symptoms, goals, and lifestyle. If you’re ready to take the next step, I’d love to help you create a plan that actually works for you.
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Megan Hallett and the content provided are not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. All material on meganhallett.com is provided for educational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your doctor and/ or another qualified healthcare provider for any questions you have regarding a medical condition, and before undertaking any diet, supplement, exercise or other health-related programs.
