{"id":25341,"date":"2020-01-24T23:16:33","date_gmt":"2020-01-24T23:16:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/?p=25341"},"modified":"2023-09-01T12:57:48","modified_gmt":"2023-09-01T12:57:48","slug":"tips-for-coping-with-endometriosis-symptoms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/tips-for-coping-with-endometriosis-symptoms\/","title":{"rendered":"ENDOMETRIOSIS: TIPS FOR COPING WITH SYMPTOMS"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1599170673054{padding-top: 30px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-25348\" src=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/woman-suffering-from-abdominal-pain-sitting-in-2v2jzhs_720-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/woman-suffering-from-abdominal-pain-sitting-in-2v2jzhs_720-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/woman-suffering-from-abdominal-pain-sitting-in-2v2jzhs_720.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Living with endometriosis can be challenging, as it often comes with chronic and severe pain. Whether you suffer from severe menstrual pain, painful intercourse, or pain throughout the month, it can get in the way of your life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, there are ways to manage<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">endometriosis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> symptoms and find relief. At<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maiden Lane Medical<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we believe in treating the root cause of your endometriosis-related pain by removing the endometrial tissue and related scarring with minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you&#8217;re looking for effective ways to manage endometriosis and alleviate chronic pain while waiting for a diagnosis or surgery, keep reading to discover valuable insights and practical tips that can help you navigate your<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/6-common-symptoms-of-endometriosis\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">endometriosis symptoms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and ease pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>MANAGING ENDOMETRIOSIS PAIN<\/b><\/p>\n<h5><b>APPLY HEAT<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heat is one of the most effective home remedies for endometriosis pain. Heating pads, rice socks, and good old-fashioned hot water bottles provide just enough warmth to ease your cramping and soothe your body. Resting in a warm bath can help relax your entire body. Heat loosens cramping muscles, which can alleviate pain and help you feel better overall.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>INVEST IN A TENS MACHINE<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) machine delivers a gentle and adjustable electrical current into tight, cramping muscles. The portable device has a few wires with sticky electrodes that you can place over sore muscles. When you turn on the device, it sends a mild current into those muscles to help them relax and lessen your discomfort.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><b>TAKE MEDICATION<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many women find that ibuprofen helps relieve their endometriosis pelvic pain. While you don&#8217;t want to be overly reliant on pain medication, even over-the-counter drugs, keeping a bottle of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) can take the edge off your pain. If you cannot tolerate medication such as Motrin, Alleve, or Naprosyn, please talk to your doctor, as we can give you a non-narcotic prescription alternative with fewer side effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, talk to your doctor about whether additional medications, including hormones, may help to temporarily relieve the symptoms.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1599170778307{margin-right: 30px !important;margin-bottom: 30px !important;margin-left: 30px !important;padding-top: 30px !important;background-color: #761c97 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center; color: white;\">Find out how our doctors can help you<\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style type=\"text\/css\">.thegem-button-69e9067fcbcd08759.lazy-loading-before-start-animation .lazy-loading-item {opacity: 0;} body.thegem-effects-disabled .thegem-button-69e9067fcbcd08759.lazy-loading-before-start-animation .lazy-loading-item {opacity: 1;}<\/style><style type=\"text\/css\">.thegem-button-69e9067fcbcd08759 .gem-button svg {fill: #ffffff;}.thegem-button-69e9067fcbcd08759 .gem-button:hover svg {fill: #ffffff;}<\/style><div class=\"gem-button-container gem-button-position-center thegem-button-69e9067fcbcd08759     lazy-loading lazy-loading-before-start-animation\"  ><a title=\"Book Your Appointment Today\" class=\"gem-button gem-button-size-medium gem-button-style-flat gem-button-text-weight-normal lazy-loading-item\" data-ll-effect=\"drop-right-without-wrap\" style=\"border-radius: 0px;background-color: #f5c6a2;color: #ffffff;\" onmouseleave=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#f5c6a2';this.style.color='#ffffff';\" onmouseenter=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#f4b484';this.style.color='#ffffff';\" href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/book-your-appointment-today\/\" target=\"_self\">Book Online<\/a><\/div> [\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1599170673054{padding-top: 30px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><b>CONSIDER ACUPUNCTURE<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there is little clinical evidence about the efficacy of acupuncture, anecdotally, we know that many women with endometriosis find that the therapy helps alleviate their pain and feel better overall. In Eastern medicine, acupuncture is believed to regulate and correct the flow of qi or life energy through your body. Conventional medicine thinks that the needles stimulate your nerves.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We say, if it helps you feel better, find a safe and hygienic practice for your acupuncture treatments. An inexpensive option for this in\u00a0 NYC is the clinic at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>TRACK YOUR SYMPTOMS AND PLAN AHEAD<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding your menstrual cycle and its impact on your symptoms can help you plan ahead and manage any challenges that may arise. There are plenty of health apps available that you can keep track of your symptoms, their severity, and when they occur during your cycle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This data can help you predict the days when you are more likely to feel rough and prepared. For example, you can make sure that you have ibuprofen or another pain medication available or give yourself extra time to get ready and get moving.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>TAKE CARE OF YOUR OVERALL HEALTH<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking care of your overall health and well-being can help you feel better able to cope with your endometriosis symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>EAT YOUR VEGGIES<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following a healthy diet provides many health benefits. Your body benefits from the vitamins and nutrients, which help optimize your body function. Additionally, a high-veggie diet can help your digestion during your menstrual period and ease some of your digestive symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, ensuring you get enough omega-3 fatty acids, found in oily fish, like tuna and salmon, and eggs might help reduce your symptoms. Additionally, vitamin D is known to boost your mood, and B vitamins increase your energy levels, both of which can make it a little easier to deal with endometriosis symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-25349\" src=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/therapist-giving-cupping-treatment-to-young-asian-7rdmvyf__1__720-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/therapist-giving-cupping-treatment-to-young-asian-7rdmvyf__1__720-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/therapist-giving-cupping-treatment-to-young-asian-7rdmvyf__1__720.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>GET ENOUGH SLEEP<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you don&#8217;t get enough sleep, your fatigue is likely to decrease your pain threshold and increase your irritability. Make sure that you get enough sleep at night and nap during the day. Feeling well-rested can make it easier to cope with your pain and other symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>MOVE YOUR BODY<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you&#8217;re coping with pelvic pain and digestive issues like diarrhea, going for a run is probably the last thing you want to do. However, staying active helps reduce any anxious feelings caused by your endometriosis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, any type of aerobic or resistance training triggers an endorphin release in your body, which helps you experience less pain and feel better overall. Many of our patients report that practicing yoga relieves physical and mental stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>MEDITATE<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t be intimidated by the suggestion to meditate \u2014 you don&#8217;t need to spend hours meditating. Learning to take a few moments to focus on your breath, and the present moment can do wonders to reduce stress and anxiety.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>BE KIND TO YOURSELF<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, if you don&#8217;t feel well enough to meet a friend for dinner or make it to other plans, it&#8217;s okay. If you&#8217;re honest with yourself and your friends and family, you will be better equipped to understand and cope with the rough days. Don&#8217;t beat yourself up or engage in negative self-talk when you&#8217;re feeling rough.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Schedule an Appointment With Maiden Lane Medical Today!\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re concerned that you have endometriosis or are looking for a physician who can effectively treat your condition to ease your pain, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/book-your-appointment-today\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">call us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at Maiden Lane Medical or make an appointment online.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our team of gynecologists has years of experience in diagnosing and treating endometriosis using various methods, including hormone therapy. We are the premier endometriosis surgeons in New York City. We perform minimally invasive laparoscopic surgeries to remove endometriosis adhesions and scar tissue to address the root cause of your chronic pelvic pain and other symptoms.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1661433081908{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-size: 22px;\"><strong>Medically Reviewed By<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1661441770324{margin-top: -20px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/profile\/rachel-barr-md\/\"><strong>Rachel Barr, MD<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Board Certified Gynecologist<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1599170695474{background-color: #f0f3f2 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center; color: white;\"><span style=\"color: #3a3a3a;\">Looking for a doctor that specializes in Endometriosis in New York?<\/span><\/h5>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center; color: white;\"><span style=\"color: #3a3a3a;\">Look no further, contact Maiden Lane Medical today!<\/span><\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style type=\"text\/css\">.thegem-button-69e9067fcbe0b1245.lazy-loading-before-start-animation .lazy-loading-item {opacity: 0;} body.thegem-effects-disabled .thegem-button-69e9067fcbe0b1245.lazy-loading-before-start-animation .lazy-loading-item {opacity: 1;}<\/style><style type=\"text\/css\">.thegem-button-69e9067fcbe0b1245 .gem-button svg {fill: #ffffff;}.thegem-button-69e9067fcbe0b1245 .gem-button:hover svg {fill: #ffffff;}<\/style><div class=\"gem-button-container gem-button-position-center thegem-button-69e9067fcbe0b1245     lazy-loading lazy-loading-before-start-animation\"  ><a class=\"gem-button gem-button-size-medium gem-button-style-flat gem-button-text-weight-normal lazy-loading-item\" data-ll-effect=\"drop-right-without-wrap\" style=\"border-radius: 0px;background-color: #481859;color: #ffffff;\" onmouseleave=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#481859';this.style.color='#ffffff';\" onmouseenter=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#f5c6a2';this.style.color='#ffffff';\" href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/book-your-appointment-today\/\" target=\"_self\">Book Appointment<\/a><\/div> [\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1599170673054{padding-top: 30px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text] Living with endometriosis can be challenging, as it often comes with chronic and severe pain. 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