Endometriosis
Severe pelvic pain that often intensifies during menstrual periods.Endometriosis is a condition where tissue grows in places where it shouldn’t, such as the ovaries and fallopian tubes.
This causes severe pelvic pain that often intensifies during menstrual periods. Symptoms can start with a person’s first period and persist until menopause, severely impacting quality of life.
Endometriosis Symptoms include:
- Excess menstrual bleeding
- Abdominal pain and swelling
- Lower back pain
- Pain during and after intercourse
- Infertility
- Constipation
- Weight gain
The only definitive way to diagnose endometriosis is through a laparoscopy, a minimally invasive surgery performed under general anaesthesia. This procedure not only confirms the diagnosis but also allows for the treatment of endometrial tissue, offering significant relief from symptoms and improving the chances of pregnancy.
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Endometriosis FAQs
Can endometriosis disappear on its own?
In a few cases endometriosis can fade on its own however it’s commonly a life long condition which can affect women from their first period until menopause.
What is the difference between endometriosis and adenomyosis?
The difference is whether the tissue grows in or around your uterus. While endometriosis tissue grows on the outside of your uterus, Adenomyosis has tissue growing into the muscle of your uterus.
How are endometriosis and menopause linked?
Menopause can relieve symptoms of endometriosis due to the drop in oestrogen levels. However, new menopause related symptoms can emerge to replace them.
Can you have endometriosis without a period?
Endometriosis is an inflammatory disease, which means that you don’t have to have a period to experience it.
When does endometriosis need surgery?
Endometriosis is normally treated with medicine first, if that doesn’t work, then surgery becomes an option. Speak to your doctor or book a consultation with us to understand your options.
Can endometriosis cause infertility?
Endometriosis can reduce your likelihood of getting pregnant by up to 20%.
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