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Neuropathic pain in endometriosis: arms, legs...

neuropathic pain endometriosis

Hi, it's Floriane here, founder of the Endo Lab.

Today, we're diving into a symptom that's less talked about: endometriosis-related neuropathic pain.

If you're wondering what it's all about, I assure you, you're not alone.

Imagine having regular sensations of burning, electric shocks and tingling, which turn into attacks where you can't even move, and which are linked to areas that don't seem to have anything to do with your uterus. Beyond the pain, there's a lot of incomprehension and fear among women who suffer from these pains.  

Yes, that's the reality for some of us. These pains, often enigmatic and difficult to explain, can turn our daily lives into an obstacle course. But why does endometriosis, a disease which is already complex enough, also make us experience these strange sensations?

In this article, we're going to take a closer look at this phenomenon, understand its origins and, above all, share with you my tips and those of the community on how to tame it. Because yes, even in the darkest moments, we can find glimmers of hope and solutions to lighten our daily lives. 

Why does endometriosis cause such poorly understood neuropathic pain?  

These pains are the result of the nervous system reacting to the inflammation and damage caused by endometriosis.

It's our bodies that, in trying to signal a problem, end up creating a cacophony of unpleasant sensations. But why exactly does our nervous system react in this way? 

Because endometriosis can irritate or damage nerves directly, or create an inflammatory environment that disrupts their normal function. Understanding this is the first step towards managing these pains, so that you no longer feel at the mercy of these unpredictable sensations.

Where does neuropathic pain usually occur? 

  • Legs and feet: Sciatica, cruralgia... 
  • Lower back and lumbar: These pains can make you feel as if you've been carrying something far too heavy, even if your biggest effort was lifting your cup of tea.
  • Abdomen: Burning or tingling sensations in the abdomen, as if you'd swallowed a particularly aggressive pepper.
  • Thorax and ribs: pain that makes every breath a little harder.
  • Arms, shoulders: often the sign of thoracic lesions
  • Rectum and intestines: Here, we're talking about pains that can really disrupt your daily routine, especially during times that should be private and quiet (yes, I'm talking about those spent in the bathroom).
  • Pudendal nerve: Pain that can pass along the path between your bladder and lumbar vertebrae, radiating into your stomach, hips, back...

How can you relieve the little-known pain of endometriosis?

Here are a few tips to help you find solutions to relieve these aches and pains:

  • Warm up: Hot water bottles or heating pads can become your best friends. Heat helps relax muscles and soothe neuropathic pain by stimulating blood circulation in painful areas.
  • Movement, again and again: Endometriosis causes us to lose mobility in our deep tissues, and it's essential to retain as much mobility as possible so as not to exacerbate even neuropathic pain. Physical exercise, such as gentle yoga or walking, can improve circulation and reduce the tension that exacerbates neuropathic pain.
  • Relaxation / emotional therapies: Learning to manage stress and relax is crucial. Meditation, deep breathing or relaxation techniques can help reduce the perception of pain by calming the mind and nervous system. Hypnosis or sophrology can help you deal with pain in a completely different way.
  • Physiotherapy : Physiotherapy techniques help to relieve pain through electrostimulation, massage and other techniques.
  • Chinese medicine: Certain practices, such as acupuncture, can help relieve neuropathic pain by rebalancing the body's energy flows.
  • Supplementation: Certain vitamins and minerals, such as magnesium, vitamin B12 and vitamin D, can help reduce neuropathic pain. Talk to your doctor to find the right dosage.
  • Medical consultation: Specific medications may be prescribed to manage neuropathic pain. It's important to discuss your options with your doctor.

 

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