Patient Stories
Read about real patient experiences from The Chronic Pelvic Pain Center of Northern Virginia.
"Young, in pain, and no one believes me."
I am 18, and I was referred to Dr. Delgado by my primary care provider to help me with pelvic pain. I have had pelvic pain since starting my period at age 12.
I used to play multiple sports, and now I couldn't [because of the pain]. I had been looking for answers and searching for my symptoms online, and I began to think I may have endo. My pain had gotten progressively worse, but no one believed this might be endometriosis because I am too young, and my pain is "not that bad."
Dr. Delgado heard and listened to me from day one. She believed me when I told her about my pain, and she gave me a ton of options. I started with medication at first but ultimately opted for surgery because I wanted to go to college feeling normal. I got my surgery 2 months later, and I could not be happier. My summer was awesome, and I am playing sports again without pain. The surgery was so helpful in decreasing pain levels and my peace of mind.
The whole team has been incredible. They can help.
"Young, in pain, and no one believes me."
I am in my 20s and wanted to share my story with you. I hope this gives other women my age the courage to find the right answers for them.
I saw Dr. Delgado as a third opinion. I was not improving with the treatment offered to me, and I was told my symptoms would go away on their own.
"Lifelong constipation"
I have suffered with lifelong issues of constipation, and often diarrhea. I have had some embarrassing moments in my life because of these issues. I remember that as a child, I had difficulty going to the bathroom.
After doing a simple stool test followed by supplements, dietary changes, and ozone therapy, I can say I have had more consistent bowel movements than prior to using ozone. It took about 15 ozone sessions—mostly weekly—and it was so worth it. I can feel free to travel and see my grandkids without fear of what GI symptoms I will have while away from home. I have not had constipation in months, and I am so happy.
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