Endometriosis – Causes, Symptoms & Modern Treatment in Thane
Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterine cavity. It often affects the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and pelvic tissue, causing pain, infertility, and menstrual irregularities. Early diagnosis and modern treatment improve quality of life and reproductive outcomes.
🔍 What Is Endometriosis?
- Endometrial-like tissue grows outside the uterus
- Tissue responds to hormonal cycles, leading to bleeding, inflammation, and scarring
- Common sites include ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, bowel, and pelvic lining
Endometriosis can vary in severity:
- Mild (Stage I-II): few small implants, minimal scarring
- Severe (Stage III-IV): deep implants, cysts (endometriomas), extensive adhesions
⚠️ Causes & Risk Factors
- Retrograde menstruation – menstrual blood flows backward into pelvic cavity
- Genetics – family history increases risk
- Immune system dysfunction – prevents body from destroying misplaced tissue
- Hormonal imbalance – estrogen promotes growth of endometrial tissue
- Surgical scars – can cause endometrial tissue to implant externally
- Environmental and lifestyle factors – delayed childbirth, low BMI, exposure to certain toxins
🩺 Symptoms of Endometriosis
- Severe menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea)
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Pain during or after intercourse
- Heavy or irregular menstrual bleeding
- Painful bowel movements or urination (during menstruation)
- Infertility or difficulty conceiving
- Fatigue, nausea, or digestive discomfort
Symptoms may vary and some women may remain asymptomatic.
🧪 Diagnosis of Endometriosis
- Pelvic Examination – palpation of cysts or nodules
- Ultrasound (Pelvic / Transvaginal) – detects endometriomas or cysts
- MRI Scan – detailed imaging for deep infiltrating endometriosis
- Laparoscopy – gold standard for diagnosis and simultaneous treatment
- Blood Tests – CA-125 (sometimes elevated in endometriosis)
Early diagnosis helps reduce pain, preserve fertility, and prevent disease progression.
💊 Treatment Options
1️⃣ Medical Management
- Hormonal therapy – oral contraceptives, progestins, GnRH agonists
- Pain management – NSAIDs or other analgesics
- Lifestyle modifications – exercise, diet rich in anti-inflammatory foods
2️⃣ Surgical Treatment
- Laparoscopic Excision / Ablation – removes endometrial implants
- Ovarian Cyst Removal (Endometrioma Surgery) – preserves ovarian function
- Adhesiolysis – releases scar tissue
- Hysterectomy (in severe or refractory cases) – removal of uterus, sometimes with ovaries
3️⃣ Fertility Support
- Pre- and post-operative fertility planning
- IVF or assisted reproductive techniques if natural conception is difficult
4️⃣ Lifestyle & Preventive Measures
- Balanced anti-inflammatory diet
- Regular exercise
- Stress management
- Avoiding excessive estrogen exposure
⚠️ When to Seek Immediate Medical Care
- Sudden severe pelvic pain
- Heavy or prolonged bleeding
- Fever or signs of infection
- Infertility concerns requiring urgent evaluation
- Severe gastrointestinal or urinary symptoms
Prompt treatment prevents chronic pain, fertility loss, and severe adhesions.
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- Expert in laparoscopic management of endometriosis
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- Fertility-preserving surgical techniques
- Personalized care for pain management and post-operative recovery
- Emergency care for severe pelvic pain or complications
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