The stress of today's world is overwhelming. Stress often leads to more flare ups and more pain. Infertility and pain in general have psychological effects such as anxiety, stress, depression and self-esteem issues. Many women with Endometriosis must cope with infertility as well as accepting the Endometriosis. It's important to accept the things we can't change and manage as best as we can.
Women with endometriosis have a higher risk of developing anxiety, depression, and other psychological symptoms, according to a review study published in the International Journal of Women’s Health.
Women with endometriosis commonly suffer from chronic pelvic pain (CPP). Research studies have highlighted the influence CPP can have on patients’ quality of life and psychological well-being. However, high levels of anxiety and depression can alter the way women perceive their pain by reducing their pain tolerance or increasing their sensitivity to physical stimuli in general.
Women with endometriosis have a higher risk of developing anxiety, depression, and other psychological symptoms, according to a review study published in the International Journal of Women’s Health.
Women with endometriosis commonly suffer from chronic pelvic pain (CPP). Research studies have highlighted the influence CPP can have on patients’ quality of life and psychological well-being. However, high levels of anxiety and depression can alter the way women perceive their pain by reducing their pain tolerance or increasing their sensitivity to physical stimuli in general.
Depression
Depression can affect a person's thoughts, behavior, feelings, and sense of well-being.
According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, endometriosis may be found in up to 50 percent of infertile women. This is a huge factor in depression in some women with endometriosis.
Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Fortunately, it is also treatable. Depression causes feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed.
According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, endometriosis may be found in up to 50 percent of infertile women. This is a huge factor in depression in some women with endometriosis.
Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Fortunately, it is also treatable. Depression causes feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed.
Anxiety
Anxiety disorders are a group of mental disorders characterized by significant feelings of anxiety and fear. Anxiety is a worry about future events and fear is a reaction to current events. These feelings may cause physical symptoms, such as a fast heart rate and shakiness.
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