Hello,
Endometriosis is the growth of cells similar to those that form the inside of the uterus (endometrial cells),
but in a location outside of the uterus.Symptoms of endometriosis include pelvic pain(usually before
menstruation but sometimes during intercourse,urination or defecation), sometimes diarrhea or
constipation,irregular or heavy menstrual bleeding,sometimes blood in the urine and inability to conceive.
Although ultrasound is useful in diagnosing endometriosis, but still cannot definitively diagnose
endometriosis.Laproscopy is the only accurate way of diagnosing endometriosis.Treatment involves NSAID pain
killers,GnRH analogs,oral contraceptive pills,progestins and surgery.
So if your daughter in law is having these symptoms,chances are that it can be due to endometriosis.It may be
due to pain killers addiction and abuse also.But nothing can be clearly said without examination.So in my
opinion,evaluation from a gynecologist is required and specific treatment for endometriosis should be started
at the earliest.
Take care and God bless.
