Is cramping a week before during and a week after a sign of endo?

Question

Lately my cramping has gotten worse and ultrasounds come back fine. I’m having cramping a week before, during, and a week after my period. So I only have a week a month where I feel semi normal. Is this a sign of endometriosis?

Answer

Cramping before could be related to pre-mentrual syndrome, during is menstrual cramps and after could be ovulation cramps. Cramping could mean so many things tho it could also be due to endo but endometriosis could only be diagnosed through a laparoscopy, especially mild endo. Endo could not be seen on a TVS unless it is starting to worsen. I was incidentally diagnosed with mild endo when I had my right tube removed due to ectopic and I had no symptoms or cramping at all.

Answer

No. 
You’re cramping after your period due to ovulation.

Answer

It doesn't really sound like it. What is your cramping like?

Answer

No that isn’t. There’s much more to endo than just cramping. My cramping is severe, like fetal position land me in er needing pain meds severe.

Answer

Actually yes!

Is cramping a week before during and a week after a sign of endo?

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