- 1. Practice exercise
- 2. Taking medication for pain and colic
- 3. Eat a diet rich in omega-3
- 4. Use contraceptives
- 5. Apply hot compresses
- 6. Perform acupressure
- 7. Use an intimate lubricant
Endometriosis causes abdominal pain, severe cramps, pain and discomfort during or after intimate contact. These symptoms can be mitigated through the practice of physical exercise, increased consumption of foods rich in omega-3 or through the use of analgesic remedies, which must be prescribed by the doctor.
In addition, following the menstrual cycle, using a calendar, can help to understand at what stage the symptoms of endometriosis get worse or better, and to relate the habits that favor this increase.
Some tips and tricks that can help you cope better with endometriosis and help decrease the symptoms of pain and discomfort and live better, are:
1. Practice exercise
The practice of light physical exercise, such as walking, for example, can help to slow down the development of endometriosis, because physical exercise reduces the levels of estrogen in the body, the main hormone that controls a woman's menstrual cycle.
In addition, some relaxation techniques, such as yoga and Pilates, can also help reduce pain.
2. Taking medication for pain and colic
Analgesic and anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen or naproxen, for example, help to relieve the pain and discomfort caused by endometriosis, helping to overcome the periods when symptoms are most evident.
3. Eat a diet rich in omega-3
Eating an abundance of foods rich in omega-3s such as salmon, sardines or tuna, flaxseed or chia seeds, and oilseeds like nuts and peanuts, helps to naturally reduce the production of prostaglandins, which contributes to the reduction of inflammation.
In addition, consumption of coffee or drinks containing caffeine, such as some teas or soft drinks, should be avoided because in some cases caffeine can make pain worse.
4. Use contraceptives
The use of contraceptives helps to regulate and reduce menstrual flow, preventing the growth of endometrial tissue inside and outside the uterus, and consequently reducing episodes and intensity of pain.
See other remedies that are used in the treatment of endometriosis.
5. Apply hot compresses
Using hot compresses, a warm wet towel, or a hot water bottle in the abdominal area is a trick that helps to reduce menstrual cramps, low back pain and discomfort caused by endometriosis. Alternatively, you can also take a hot bath, which will also help to relax the muscles of the pelvic area, relieving pain.
6. Perform acupressure
Acupressure is an alternative therapy that helps to relieve some pain by compressing different parts of the body. Thus, for pain relief, a point that is located inside the leg, about 5 cm above the ankle, can be pressed for about 1 minute, with enough strength to make the tip of the thumbnail white.
Another acupressure point that can be pressed for pain relief is located on the hands, at the central point between the thumb and forefinger. Learn more about acupressure.
7. Use an intimate lubricant
Some women with endometriosis may experience pain and difficulty during intimate contact, so it is recommended to try positions in which the woman feels less pain and discomfort.
In addition, the use of lubricant can also help to reduce pain and discomfort during intimate contact. If the woman intends to become pregnant, she can also use specific lubricant for this purpose, as is the case with Conceive Plus.
