Quote Originally Posted by donnambr
This is very inspiring, Lise, and what a great poem. I have endometriosis, too. I've had 2 periods since beginning my weekday work commute by bike and I'm happy to say that I managed to ride through both, though I went slow, flat, and easy.

I noticed I had to take less narcotics this last time. Sometimes it's just a fluke, but I'm wondering if my pain levels are going down from cycling. Time will tell.
Hi, Donna--

I have virtually no pain nowadays. I use continuous hormones (contraceptive) so that I never ovulate or have a period anymore. That certainly helps. The physical activity of biking and running (and a bit of swimming) has made a huge difference. I haven't used narcotics for pain relief in over 5 years. I used to be on two anti-depressants for pain relief, too. No more. I'd be happy to PM with you if you ever want to talk about it.
Seven years ago, I went through the chronic pain program at the Rehab Institute of Chicago. They told me that two things would interfere with the "pain messages" from my pelvis to my brain. One was anti-depressants, and the other was aerobic exercise. I told them to give me a prescription, because I knew myself, and I'd never do regular exercise.

It is so good to be wrong sometimes!!! Take care, Lise