I have the exact type of pains before EA and it has increased since the EA I had in September and wanted to chime in and let you know you are not alone. I have lso had a tubal and 2 c-sections as well as the EA.

My pain has been successfully treated with some Chinese herbs in the past which my acupuncturist has given me as I refuse to go onto the pill. Yesterday I started the herbs again because of the recurring pain and hope that after a few months the balance will be restored.. I had a long discussion with him and he explained that the herbs actually have a slight blood thinning effect and they also help relax the smooth muscles which also appear to be tightening therefore causing pain. He stressed that any stress can cause the imbalance thus causing cyst formation and muscle tightness and I am trying my best to deal with that as well. With it being day 3 of summer vacation it should be interesting with my new teenagers, ugh!

I have been diagnosed with IBS but I really believe after reading this post that I am simply experiencing ovulitory and cyst issues rather than IBS.

This site has been the most help of any for helping me understand what I am experiencing and I thank you all.