Danazol is another medication used for hormone therapy. It's related to the male hormone testosterone and interferes with the body's production of estrogen. A woman using it therefore has an artificial menopause and decreased growth of the endometrium. Unfortunately, danazol also has some side effects, which may include acne, facial hair growth, weight gain, and hot flushes. These go away when treatment is stopped.
Women stop menstruating, and the misplaced endometrial tissue shrinks.
Possible side effects include hot flushes, depression, headaches, and slight bone loss. Again, side effects disappear after treatment. Laparoscopy is used for mild to moderate endometriosis. The misplaced endometrial tissue is removed, either with surgical instruments or lasers. A big plus is that laparoscopy leaves the reproductive organs intact.