Endometriosis

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What is endometriosis?

Endometriosis, a persistent gynecological condition, involves the growth of tissue resembling the uterine lining outside the uterine cavity. As an estrogen-dependent condition, these ectopic foci proliferate and bleed concurrently with menstruation, leading to diverse symptoms such as abdominal pain, menstrual irregularities, and infertility. Notably, the severity and stage of the disease do not necessarily correlate with symptom intensity. Women with extensive disease may experience minimal or no symptoms. In contrast, those with minimal or mild disease might endure intense pain. An exception to this pattern is deep infiltrating endometriosis.

Symptoms of Endometriosis

  • Lower abdominal pain, especially during menstruation
  • Pain during intercourse
  • Menstrual irregularities
  • Heavy menstrual bleeding
  • Urinary or bowel issues
  • Infertility

What is adenomyosis?

Adenomyosis is a related condition where endometrial cells infiltrate the muscular wall of the uterus (myometrium). This can lead to thickening of the uterine wall and similar symptoms to endometriosis. Women with adenomyosis may also experience severe pain during menstruation and potentially throughout their entire menstrual cycle.

Diagnosis

We emphasize precise and comprehensive diagnostics during our consultation to understand your unique situation. Diagnosing endometriosis and adenomyosis can be challenging, as symptoms often resemble those of other gynecological conditions. Our diagnostic procedures include:

  • Detailed medical history. We investigate your medical history and symptoms.
  • Physical examination. Assessing the lower abdomen and other relevant areas.
  • Imaging techniques. Ultrasound and, if necessary, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computed tomography (CT) can provide clues to endometriosis and adenomyosis lesions.
  • Laparoscopy. In some cases, operative laparoscopy is required to visualize and confirm endometriosis and adenomyosis tissue.

Our consultation offers you the following

You can expect a detailed medical history and comprehensive diagnostics to understand your situation. We offer individualized counseling and treatment planning tailored to your needs and symptoms. Our treatment options also include pain management and surgical intervention if needed.

Why you can feel confident in our care

As a gynecology and obstetrics specialist focusing on “Gynecological Endocrinology and Reproductive Medicine,” Dr. Roukoudis possesses the highest expertise in diagnosing and treating endometriosis. Whether you experience symptomatic complaints or are dealing with infertility, we are here to support you with our experience and knowledge.