The symptoms of endometriosis, as well as a short overview of who it typically affects. Pain can also occur at other times of the month. A sharp pain during ovulation may be due to an endometrial cyst located in the fallopian tube that ruptures as the egg passes through. Large cysts in other locations can rupture and cause very severe pain at any time.
Endometriosis can also cause pain during sexual activity.
Nearly all reported pelvic pain. The pain is often experienced as severe cramping that occurs on both sides of the pelvis, radiating to the lower back and rectal area. One study indicated that pain was more severe in women with more endometrial implants than those with fewer implants. Nearly as many women also report diarrhea, painful bowel movements, and bloating. Nausea, dizziness, heavy menstrual bleeding, and headaches are also very common.