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Re: ENDOMETRIOSIS: Laparoscopy

From: Robin (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 5 Apr 2007 21:18:45 -0500 (CDT)

At Thu, 5 Apr 2007, Frostbyte wrote: >
>My doctor suspects that I might have endometriosis. I am wondering what
>the pros and cons are of having a laparoscopy. I would like to know for
>sure if I have endo but wondering if it is worth going through surgery
>just to find out or if I should just treat the symptoms and not worry
>about an actual diagnosis.

Why would you want to treat something that is only suspected? If the Dr. is skilled in the treatment of Endometriosis via laparoscopy, it may help tremendously with your symptoms.

I had periods that were unbearable. I couldn't move for three days. I had a lap with my then GYN, whom I adored, however, he wasn't able to remove all of the Endo he found. A month later, I was back to square one. I then went to an Endometriosis Specialist who went in and removed Endo that was left behind. It made a world of difference for me.

There are times where surgery is not recommended and you go with medical management via medications. If there aren't such circumstances in your case, then I say go for the surgery. 

--
Robin



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