Endometriosis Specialists in Opera House, Mumbai, Maharashtra

What is Endometriosis?

Endometriosis is a chronic condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterine cavity, most commonly on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and pelvic lining, where it continues to thicken, break down, and bleed with each menstrual cycle just as the normal uterine lining does. Because this displaced tissue has no way to exit the body, it causes inflammation, scar tissue, and adhesions that can lead to significant chronic pelvic pain and, in a substantial number of cases, difficulty conceiving. It typically affects women during their reproductive years and often takes years to be correctly diagnosed due to the variable and overlapping nature of its symptoms.

Causes of Endometriosis

The exact cause is not fully understood, but leading theories include retrograde menstruation, where menstrual blood flows backward through the fallopian tubes into the pelvic cavity, as well as immune system dysfunction, hormonal factors, and genetic predisposition. Risk factors include a family history of endometriosis, early onset of menstruation, short menstrual cycles, and never having given birth. Estrogen is known to promote the growth and persistence of the misplaced endometrial-like tissue.

Symptoms of Endometriosis

Severe menstrual cramps that worsen over time, chronic pelvic pain, pain during or after intercourse, heavy menstrual bleeding or bleeding between periods, pain with bowel movements or urination especially during menstruation, fatigue, infertility or difficulty conceiving, digestive symptoms such as bloating or nausea

Treatment & Types of Endometriosis in Opera House, Mumbai, Maharashtra

Treatment is tailored to symptom severity and fertility goals, ranging from pain relief with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and hormonal therapies such as birth control pills or GnRH agonists to suppress the menstrual cycle and reduce lesion activity. Laparoscopic surgery to remove or destroy endometriotic tissue and adhesions can relieve pain and improve fertility in appropriate candidates. For women struggling to conceive, assisted reproductive techniques such as in vitro fertilization may be recommended.

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