Pelvic Pain

Endometriosis — Diagnosis & Treatment in Maryland

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women — causing chronic pelvic pain, painful periods, and infertility. Average diagnosis takes 7–10 years. Preferred Gynecology takes pelvic pain seriously.

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Common Signs & Symptoms

!Severe painful periods (dysmenorrhea)
!Chronic pelvic pain
!Painful intercourse (dyspareunia)
!Pain with bowel movements or urination
!Infertility
!Fatigue
!Endometrioma (ovarian cyst with characteristic appearance)

What Causes This?

•Endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus implants and responds to hormones
•Retrograde menstruation (most common theory)
•Immune dysfunction may allow implants to persist

Treatment Approaches

Hormonal Suppression

Oral contraceptives, progestins, and GnRH agonists reduce pain and slow progression.

NSAIDs

First-line for pain management alongside hormonal therapy.

Diagnostic Laparoscopy

Definitive diagnosis and treatment — excision of visible implants.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can endometriosis be cured?▾

Endometriosis is a chronic condition — not curable — but highly manageable with appropriate hormonal and surgical treatment.

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