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Endometriosis 22 years old

Hi,
I am 22 years old and I was diagnosed with Endometriosis when I was 18/19. I have had two Laps in that time both finding it growing on my left ovary, in the pouch of douglas, and significant scar tissue. I suffer from constant pain, requiring me to be on some form of pain relief everyday. The pain only subsides for a few months after both laps. Every doctor/ gynaecologist I see, suggests I should consider pregnancy as it will "help cure the endo" and also because my chances of conceiving are slim. Has anyone else been in the same situation- scared of what to do, and not wanting to have a third lap.

Thanks
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136956 tn?1688675680
I have two links here. The first one is for surgeons.

http://ecca.com.au/

This one is for Endometriosis in Australia

http://www.endometriosisaustralia.org/

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136956 tn?1688675680
Just to let you know I am looking, I didn't have a computer for some time so it was hard for me to get the info. Give me a day and I will have some answers :)
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I live in the Hunter Vally NSW. My first lap was conducted through the public system, and the second lap was through a private specialist.
Thank you
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136956 tn?1688675680
You really need to find an Endo specialist. Please tell me where you live and I will find the best one in your area. Do not have another surgery with someone that does lot know Endo. Pregnancy doesn't help. Excision by a trained Endo specialist will be your best bet at relief
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