Nonconservative surgical treatment is undertaken to relieve a woman of severe pain after all other options have failed. In either case, a woman must accept the fact that she will not be able to have children in the future. This definitive surgery offers the best chance for sustained relief. Empowerment Points 1. Endometriosis is the growth of endometrial tissue outside of the uterus.
Endometriosis affects many women regardless of race or economic status.
Symptoms include chronic pelvic pain, pain during sexual intercourse, and pain associated with monthly periods. There are many different treatment options and you should not opt to suffer in pain. Medical therapy is usually initiated as a first line of therapy and may include birth control pills, or other hormonal treatments. Surgical therapy is reserved for women with moderate to severe symptoms or in women who have failed medical therapy. Optimal treatment can be achieved with an open, honest discussion with you health care provider.