proctalgia fugax occurring during ovulation? is it endometriosis?

Question

What's the difference between proctalgia fugax and levator ani syndrome?

Answer 1

Ass. with mensturati: Spastic condition of ano-rectal area, more common in female usually associated with mensturation Other predisposing condition include Sclerotherapy for hemorrhoids, Stress, anxiety, vaginal hysterectomy, constipation, and more.. Rx warm bath, sitz bath, treatment of underlying condition NTG is effective. Botox in recurrent and resistant cases will help D/D Levator ani syndrome ( lasts longer)

Answer 2

Mostly women over 30: Endometriosis is usually found in women over 30. It is defined as endometrial glands outside of the uterus (ovaries are the most common site) and is thought to be caused by prolonged retrograde menstruation. It is the most common cause of female infertility and risk factors include nulliparity (no history of childbirth), family history, and low bmi.

Answer 3

Endo: In my practice i see a spectrum from teens to the 50's of which 30-40% are in their 20's..The awareness factor has to do with early diagnosis.

Answer 4

Endo: There are certain substances in our bodies that are responssible for fighting inflammation. This substances may affect the quality of the egg and may alao affect the ability of the fertilized egg to implant in the uterine cavity.

Answer 5

Endo is inflammatory: Endometriosis causes an inflammatory reaction. This produces "mini-hormones" that can affect many aspects of the reproductive process including ovulation, tubal pick-up of the egss, and implantation.

Answer 6

Family History: Although endometriosis is not a genetic disorder, it does run in families (sister, mother, etc). Women who have chronic pain, painful periods, and painful sex are more likely to have endometriosis. Women who have a uterine anomaly are more prone to it as well.

Answer 7

Family History: Genetics is important. A first degree relative with endometriosis is a high risk. Endometriosis is also related to asthma and allergic conditions. Information is available at the endometriosis foundation of america, padma lakshmi (picture) is the co founder.

Answer 8

Hormones: When you have your lh surge, your estrogen level is high and your ovary has a small cyst that is about to burst (ovulate.) moderate exercise such as a brisk walk or swim is probably helpful. Tylenol (acetaminophen) would also be a reasonable and safe.

Answer 9

If you're young: If you're if reproductive age and have regular menstrusl cycles and are not pregnant, then yes, a woman will typically ovulate after she's had sex again.

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