Endometriosis
Endometriosis in women has long been an underestimated condition. Many women experience severe pain during their periods, and some are told that this is something they have to endure. However, severe menstrual pain is not normal and is something that requires further investigation. It often takes several years from the first symptoms to a diagnosis, which leads to unnecessary progression of the disease.
At Medicus, we have experienced gynecologists with solid knowledge of endometriosis, who can help you with diagnosis and further treatment for endometriosis.
What is endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological disorder, where the same type of cells that grow in the uterine lining (the endometrium) grows outside the uterus, in the peritoneum, on ovaries, fallopian tube or other places. The condition is often painful and can have an impact on women's fertility., and thus their ability to become pregnant.
Symptoms of endometriosis
Symptoms may vary from person to person, but theyThe most likely is often characterized by:
- severe pain before and during menstruation
- pain in the lower abdomen
- pain around ovulation
- Intermenstrual bleeding and heavy menstruation
- deep pain during intercourse
- pain during gynecological examination
- pain during bowel movements and/or urination
- bloating, diarrhea, and constipation
Other symptoms may include:
- fatigue and exhaustion
- low mood
- other types of chronic pain
Approximately 30% of women with endometriosis has no symptoms at all, but may still face problems when trying to get pregnant.
Endometriosis and pregnancy
Endometriosis unfortunately may have en stor impact on female fertility, that is to say your opportunityr to get pregnant. There are several different reasons for this., as there are various mechanisms of female fertility that are affected.
Endometriosis in the ovaries can lead to reduced egg quality, and egg qualityt er en of the most important factrene to become pregnant. Furthermore, the disease could lead to adhesions and blocked fallopian tubes, which cause the movement and transport function of the fallopian tube to be reduced or blocked.
If endometriosis is found in the uterus, it will lead to difficulties with implantation, which means that the fertilized egg will have trouble attaching. Women with endometriosis need therefore more often fertilitytreatment compared to women without.
How to detect endometriosis?
Reliable diagnosis of endometriosis can be a difficult taske. One of tothe reasone to the is mthe angel on biomarkers. That is to say measurable indicators that can be used to set a diagnosis, e.g. through analysis of blood samples, does not exist for endometriosis. Goldthe dentist today to set the diagnosis is therefore through a surgical intervention called for laparoscopy, also referred to as keyhole surgery.
Nevertheless, the investigation of endometriosis usually starts with a conversation and examination by a gynecologist, where the gynecologist makes a ultrasound examinationIn some cases, endometriosis and adenomyosis (endometriosis in the uterine wall) can be detected using ultrasound.
How to treat endometriosis?
There are different ones treatments based on how bothered the woman is with symptoms and pain. Treatment usually includes a combination of several methods, including painkillers, hormonal or surgical treatment. Our experienced gynecologists will evaluate with you which treatment is best for your specific situation.
Book an appointment for an examination
Make an appointment with one of our experienced gynecologists to receive a thorough examination and advice on the way forward, regardless of whether you want to get pregnant now or later in life or whether you are unsure whether you have endometriosis.
Our team of gynecologists has extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of endometriosis, including both clinical and scientific expertise.
