Endometriosis back pain is by no means a rare occurrence for endometriosis sufferers, both before and during menstruation, and in some cases, the pain can be so bad as to render some women totally incapacitated.
In many instances, the endometriosis-linked back pain begins roughly two days before menstruation, and can extend through the length of the period, but varies greatly in sufferers in both longevity and severity of pain.
It is by no means rare for the pain to get worse over time, inevitably leading to worrying concerns that the problem could be of a more serious nature, assuming for instance that the pain could be skeletal or muscular related, rather than endometriosis.
Generally speaking, the aching begins in the lower back and can move down to the top of the thigh via the buttocks.
This of course may be sciatica and not endometriosis related, and therefore would need diagnosing correctly.
Sciatic endometriosis greatly restricts mobility, with movement very uncomfortable, affecting one or both legs.
Once endometriosis has been confirmed, improvements are distinctly possible by making use of many and varied endometriosis treatments that are readily available.
So what can be done to relieve endometriosis back pain and just what are the treatment options? Initially the treatment would be to prescribe pain relievers or anti-inflammatory drugs to relieve mild pain, but these can only provide short term relief options.
Due to the recurring, cyclic nature of endometriosis back pain, the best option is to attack the source of the problem, endometriosis itself.
In order to make an informed choice of the many options available to gain control of endometriosis symptoms, the first stop should be to consult your doctor.
Amongst the options available is treatment to regulate hormones, and surgery involving removal of endometrial tissue, endometrial implants and adhesions.
Also effective are birth control pills which control the levels of estrogen, with the added advantage of providing contraception for those endometriosis sufferers with that requirement.
Another option might be to employ an alternative, all natural approach to endometriosis treatment, such as acupuncture, a type of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
The intention of acupuncture is to rebalance the body with a specifically designed, individual plan to focus on the back pain related to endometriosis.
An endometriosis experienced practitioner is essential if this route is taken.
Endometriosis lower back pain can be serious and detrimental to lifestyle quality, so exploring and utilising alternative treatments may just provide the pain relief needed to restore normal, bearable life.