Healthed Australia Endometriosis cases – Practical guide
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Sep 3, 2025 Explore groundbreaking advancements in affordable hormonal medications for endometriosis, spotlighting the journey of a 16-year-old girl named Lucy. Challenge societal misconceptions surrounding hormonal treatments and menstrual health, emphasizing the need for education. Learn about innovative classification methods for patients and tailored management strategies focused on alleviating menstrual pain. Discover new therapies and the role of specialized ultrasounds in enhancing patient care and quality of life.
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Start Hormones For Debilitating Period Pain
- Start hormonal treatment promptly for adolescents with disabling period pain when no contraindications exist.
- Address parental and social fears about infertility and hormones to improve uptake.
Painful Periods Are Not 'Natural'
- Painful periods are a pathological symptom, not a natural norm.
- Monthly bleeding from mid-teens to menopause is culturally recent and not biologically 'natural' for uninterrupted life.
Match Pill To Estrogen Profile
- Choose contraception based on estrogen phenotype: low-estrogen patients often tolerate drospirenone-only Slinda.
- Use combined pills for heavier flows to reduce spotting.
