Endometriosis: Individualized treatment based on your unique needs

It occurs when tissue that lines your uterus grows outside the uterus. Most often, this tissue grows on your ovaries, fallopian tubes or other pelvic structures. However, it can also affect other areas of the body. It can be painful, and it can make it hard to get pregnant. 

Endometriosis can vary widely. One woman may have severe pain, while another has none. In addition to pain, endometriosis may demonstrate many other types of symptoms. However, there can be other symptoms. Getting help begins with recognizing these symptoms and seeing a doctor. We help women who come to us on their own and those referred to us by other doctors.

Symptoms 

Common endometriosis symptoms include:

• Bleeding between periods

• Excessive bleeding

• Fatigue and gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea or nausea during periods

• Lower back and abdominal pain

• Pain during or after sex

• Pain with bowel movements or urination

• Painful periods

• Pelvic pain and cramping before or after your period

• Trouble getting pregnant

There are several treatments for endometriosis. We work with you to find the one that fits your goals of care. We work together to reduce symptoms and improve your quality of life.  If you hope to become pregnant, we can help with that too.

At UW Health we often treat patients with more complex endometriosis, including patients who have not responded to other treatments. We are happy to see patients to offer a second opinion.