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Endometriosis and Preparing for IVF Cycle

by Mary
(NYC)

Hi, I've wrote you back in March before my 2nd IVF cycle, and the cycle failed :( Now I am trying to be positive and prepare for the next cycle which I hope to do in the fall. Before that, I really want to focus on managing my endometriosis. I have a severe case and after 2 surgeries (2006 Laparotomy for fibroid and endo, 2008 Laparoscopy for endo), I still have 2 small endometriosis. After this failed IVF cycle, my pain seemed to start happening.(I never really had severe pain from endo, except pulling feeling cramp on my back and some bloated stomach) There are 3 questions I have for you:

1 Is there an effective herbal treatment for treating/curing endo? Some people recommend 2 different formula for 2 phases in period cycle, and other recommend tablet or liquid herb to take 2-3 times a day. Which one is more effective? Do you have such formula that I can do at home?

FYI, I am taking birth control pill, prenatal, cranberry tablet (I had frequent UTI last year and had Leep done for pre-cancerous cell), folic acid, and acidophilus.

2 Is there vitamin I should add/omit? I also didn't want to become like vitamin pill maniac as I a taking many already...Is there way to adjust this?

3 I know I should probably find a holistic doctor in town, but don't know where to start to find the right one. Do you have suggestions or source in New York City?

I am doing yoga, meditation and castor oil packs.
Thank you,
Mary

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starstarstarstarstar 		Herbal Remedies for Endometriosis
by: Maria Gioia Atzori

Herbal remedies like EndoEx can be very effective in addressing endometriosis symptoms and reducing endometrial implants. Endometriosis is a condition that needs also a particular diet and life style. How your body will respond to herbal treatment depends on the extend of the endometriosis and the level of pelvic inflammation that it is causing. Each woman responds differently, but overall, improvement is always noticed.

There are also mental and emotional issues associated with this condition that need to be looked at. releasing mental and emotional limiting thoughts and believes about your conditions can be very useful.

A Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner can help you with both acupuncture and by recommended specific Chinese herbs for your specific condition.

All the best.
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by: Mary

Hi Maria,

Thank you very much for your reply.

1 Can Endo-Ex shrink the endometriosis?
2 Is Endo-Ex better option than 2 phases herbal treatment? (Phase1 formula decreases excess estrogen during the luteal phase of the cycle. Phase 2 formula balances progesterone and shrinks and heals endometrial lesions).
3 Thank you very much for referring me to a doctor in New York City! As I will live in remote area in Africa for 6 months, I won't be able to do acupuncture. Can she still be a holistic doctor who can advise me what herb to take etc?

Thank you!!
Mary
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by: Maria Gioia Atzori

Hi Mary, I am sorry to learn that your second IVF treatment failed.

A good herbal remedy for endometriosis is EndoEx. It supports your entire menstrual cycle. This is a natural treatment that needs a few months to act and give relief.
Read my article on natural ways to treat endometriosis.

Also taking fertility vitamins will help, especially if you have been under a lot of stress.

You should definitely find an alternative practitioner in your area, especially an acupuncturist that can help you prepare for your next cycle. Studies have shown that acupuncture can increase the effectiveness of IVF.

In New York, you should be able to find an acupuncturist that can help you for sure. Eileen Chen from www.activeacupuncture specializes in infertility and acupuncture for IVF.

All the best,

Maria Gioia Atzori,
BSc Hons, MS, DSHomMed Hons, DWH Hom

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