Diagnosis
- One of the biggest reasons there is a delay in diagnosis of endo is the idea that significant period pain is normal and should be tolerated.
- Symptoms and pain levels are not always an indication of how severe your endo is.
- Endo can only be correctly diagnosed through surgical intervention.
- Speak to your doctor.
- Run an ultrasound scan which can show indications of endometriosis.
- Surgical intervention may be necessary to be certain of the condition and assess the pelvis and abdomen.
- Tissue thought to contain endo may be sent to a pathologist for a confirmed diagnosis.
Fertility and Endo
Endometriosis can affect fertility, but there is debate on how significant that impact is.
The myths about curing endo with pregnancy
There is no evidence to suggest that pregnancy can “cure” endo. Symptoms may reduce during pregnancy due to low oestrogen levels but are likely to return after childbirth.
What causes Endometriosis
Why Endometriosis occurs is not known. To date, there are no specific reasons for the cause of endometriosis. It remains an enigma for researchers.
Management of endometriosis
Although endometriosis cannot be completely cured, it can be successfully managed through:
- Western medicine
- Ayurveda
- Acupuncture
- Naturopathy
- Chinese medicine
A treatment option for you can be multifaceted. It is advisable to take a holistic approach for managing your Endometriosis under the strict supervision of your doctors.