Finally, some women with endo also suffer from Interstitial Cystitis, a separate disorder. IC is diagnosed at cystoscopy, which can be done at the same time as laparoscopy. I had endo removed from my bladder and other places a couple years ago. It can be seen and completely excised during surgery. This will very often result in dramatic symptom relief.
Interstitial cystitis is a completely different disease.
It is found on the inside of the bladder, and is diagnosed by a urologist during cystoscopy. It is possible to have a cystoscopy and laparoscopy done at the same surgery, if symptoms warrant it. IC symptoms include very frequent urination, bladder pain, and urgency. When the urine is cultured, no bacteria grow. Therefore, antibiotics will not help the problem.