Is postmenopausal endometrial fluid collection alone a risk factor for endometrial cancer? CONCLUSIONS. Pak J Med Sci. As they had done a cystoscopy and it was clear, clearly my bladder issues and intimacy was of no relevance any longer. Below is a list of foods you may want to avoid, since they can increase gas: Constipation may also occur when you have a colostomy (you may have also experienced this before surgery). I have extensive endo and numerous 'chocolate cysts' with one large one being tucked between abdo wall and pouch of Douglas. Hi guys, really useful to read all your comments. Got pre-op this week, so its useful that you said it might fill in some gaps for me. Objective: To report 30 postmenopausal women and the thickness of the tissue surrounding an endometrial fluid collection seen on vaginal probe ultrasound. Hope your outcomes were successful. I too have not been on the Pill (infertility - there was no point) and had fairly regular periods, usually painful but not always. Was diagnosed with ibs 17 years ago funnily enough and didn't realise there may be a connection with endo. If the peripheral endometrium is thicker than 3 mm, sampling is mandatory because the tissue cannot be expected to be inactive. Its just odd for me as my pain here was always attributed to an old skating injury (ie falling on my arse!) On my form gynae wrote "+/-" a lot :/. Now they have taken many biopsies and sent me home after an injection of an implant to turn off the ovaries. I also have severe constipation and poop like I am a baby. The whole time i have also had painful bowel movements and bad constipation - as if the nerves of the bowel are affected. i don't stand for it any more. Endometrial cancer presenting as acute urinary retention : a case report and review of the literature. What does minimal free fluid in pouch of Douglas mean and if TVS ultrasound report says PID under the title Impression. Apparently it can lay dorment. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. The filter lets gas out of the pouch, but keep odors at bay. Certain medications may cause this issue, such as some pain relievers and antacids. I take alprazolam at night so I can sleep and it does relax the problem. Get the latest public health information from CDC: https://www.coronavirus.gov. Resources to help you learn more about bladder health, intermittent catheterization, and living life with a neurological condition, Helpful PDFs and videos to increase your continence care knowledge, Share our legacy and help shape the future, Learn what it is like to be a Hollister Associate, Manufacturing and distribution centers and offices around the world, Enroll today in Hollister Secure Start Services. My drs have tried steroid shots, in my spine, and tailbone, gave relief very briefly. Since then i have had continuous pain in the same spot - it feels like an abcess inside which throbs and saps my energy. Well, apart from years of gruesome periods that I had been told was "Just Woman's Stuff"...On the other hand, if you have even the tiniest piece of endo right on a nerve ending, it will be agony. :/. This information should not be used to seek help in a medical emergency. Methods: During routine ultrasound-enhanced bimanual examination, nine postmenopausal women with unremarkable palpatory findings and no history of bleeding were found to have endometrial fluid collections. Objective: Pain is still ongoing, I also recently had bright green discharge, although tested and not bacterial, and read that could be a link to endo. At curettage, all had scant tissue, which was reported by the pathologist as "inactive endometrium.". Differential diagnosis of free fluid in cul de sac (pouch of Douglas) The cul-de-sac, also known as the pouch of Douglas or rectouterine pouch, is an extension of the postero-inferior reflection of the peritoneal fold between the uterus (anteriorly) and rectum (posteriorly). Sometimes simply increasing your fluids, taking a mild laxative, or increasing your fiber consumption will fix the problem. I can't sit/lie comfortably and have taken to swaying from side to side when standing for any length of time. Innovated for you — to leave tape behind. Fluid in the Pouch of Douglas. I had a scan and they saw 2 small fibroids in my womb and a 2cm x 2cm patch of "something" at the back and bottom outside of my uterus. When it comes to thirst, most experts say you should let your body be your guide. and I wasn't expectng to get any relief from that! My periods have always been troublesome but have got so close together i bleed every 3 weeks (although not heavily) and two weeks out of 3 i have pain and unbelievable tiredness i can barely look after my family. I couldnt help but laugh at some of your comments, perhaps there could be a 'I KID YOU NOT' (IKYN) area ... an OOO (out of hours) doctor on pressing on my abdomen said I was full of wind, (not the first time someone told me that lol), yeah watch out if you press too hard, I dont need to warn you haha! I am afraid of anymore steroids, due to eye problems from the steroids. I don't think he is right. It reminded me of first being diagnosed with PCOS. Zalel Y, Tepper R, Cohen I, Goldberger S, Beyth Y. J Ultrasound Med. Dealing with Gas and Constipation After Colostomy Surgery, 5 Surprising Facts About Peristomal Skin Problems, Latex Statements / SDS / MRI Compatibility. Every dr has an opinion but really not a clue what this is. So time will tell. It might surprise you to know that peristomal skin complications (PSCs) are often not reported to health care providers. Thus, the presence or amount of fluid is not as important as the thickness and character of the surrounding tissue. Also in my case drain and remove cyst and likely right ovary. It is very interesting that endo can be felt for the first time at our age, i had wondered that. It was however very tender in the lower pelvic area. Hi I have been suffering a lot of tingling in my lower spine radiating upwards and tingling in my fingers, do you think that could be a result of the Pouch of Douglas, to be honest I have never heard of it until now, I think i may ask my GP, or the one of many GPs I seem to see, half dont even know Ive had a hysterectomy or endometriosis! Can anyone offer any advice or similar experience? 2014 Winter;18(1):55-70. doi: 10.7812/TPP/13-072. If you experienced excessive gas before your surgery, you will likely have it after your surgery. I went to the doctor, and he was adamant i was pregnant as i was away at college for the first time (and therefore MUST have been having sex - i was in fact still a virgin!!). I am having a laparoscopy next week and i am so worried that i am going to wake up and they are going to say that they don't know what my symptoms are caused by? In one word, can you describe what living with endometriosis feels like. You have already taken antibiotics for around 10 days. Filters work best with a more formed discharge, but can be used with other output consistencies. However, the consultant said fibroids "don't cause pain" and it might be endometriosis as the "pouch of douglas" was tender. Certain medications may cause this issue, such as some pain relievers and antacids. I could honestly cry because my poor partner of 11 years has put up with little to no sex life because of my pain.