Endometriosis

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Diagnosis

Endometriosis is usually diagnosed on the basis of a history of pelvic pain, a physical examination, and a laparoscopy. Pelvic pain is symptomatic of many disorders, such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), ovarian cysts, and ectopic pregnancy. It is not definitive.


Laparoscopy is the most important diagnostic tool for endometriosis Not all women require a laparascopy, however. Patients with mild or moderate symptoms often choose hormonal treatment. If hormones are s...Read the full article