{"id":25417,"date":"2020-04-03T17:01:47","date_gmt":"2020-04-03T17:01:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/?p=25417"},"modified":"2022-10-18T15:49:30","modified_gmt":"2022-10-18T15:49:30","slug":"commonly-asked-questions-about-endometriosis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/commonly-asked-questions-about-endometriosis\/","title":{"rendered":"Commonly Asked Questions About Endometriosis"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1599165749244{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-25425\" src=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Image-from-iOS-300x203.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Image-from-iOS-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Image-from-iOS-1024x692.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Image-from-iOS-768x519.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Image-from-iOS.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/>Despite causing pain and other symptoms in around <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/endometriosis.org\/resources\/articles\/facts-about-endometriosis\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10% of women<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> during their reproductive years, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">endometriosis<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is still relatively misunderstood by the general public. There\u2019s also a lot of misinformation that can cause confusion and fear about your condition.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We aim to answer your questions here in an easy-to-understand guide to endometriosis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Endometriosis basics<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>What is endometriosis?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your endometrium is the lining that develops on the inside of your uterus every month. <a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/\">Endometriosis<\/a> is a condition that allows the endometrium to grow on organs and tissue outside of your uterus. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most cases, endometriosis affects other reproductive and pelvic organs, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ovaries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fallopian tubes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The outside of the uterus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cervix<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaginal walls<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bladder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colon<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]While less common, endometriosis can form anywhere in your body including your diaphragm, lungs, and brain.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who gets endometriosis?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While endometriosis is usually <a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/endometriosis-throughout-your-life\/\">diagnosed in women in their 20s and 30s<\/a>, any woman who has started having menstrual periods, including adolescents, can develop endometriosis. Even in menopause women can have symptoms associated with endometriosis.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the symptoms of endometriosis?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pain is the hallmark sign of endometriosis. Endometriosis can cause:[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1599078322728{margin-top: 30px !important;margin-right: 30px !important;margin-bottom: 30px !important;margin-left: 30px !important;padding-top: 30px !important;background-color: #761c97 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center; color: white;\">Find out how our doctors can help you<\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style type=\"text\/css\">.thegem-button-69e2c75eda34f9392.lazy-loading-before-start-animation .lazy-loading-item {opacity: 0;} body.thegem-effects-disabled .thegem-button-69e2c75eda34f9392.lazy-loading-before-start-animation .lazy-loading-item {opacity: 1;}<\/style><style type=\"text\/css\">.thegem-button-69e2c75eda34f9392 .gem-button svg {fill: #ffffff;}.thegem-button-69e2c75eda34f9392 .gem-button:hover svg {fill: #ffffff;}<\/style><div class=\"gem-button-container gem-button-position-center thegem-button-69e2c75eda34f9392     lazy-loading lazy-loading-before-start-animation\"  ><a title=\"Book Your Appointment Today\" class=\"gem-button gem-button-size-medium gem-button-style-flat gem-button-text-weight-normal lazy-loading-item\" data-ll-effect=\"drop-right-without-wrap\" style=\"border-radius: 0px;background-color: #f5c6a2;color: #ffffff;\" onmouseleave=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#f5c6a2';this.style.color='#ffffff';\" onmouseenter=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#f4b484';this.style.color='#ffffff';\" href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/book-your-appointment-today\/\" target=\"_self\">Book Online<\/a><\/div> [\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1599165749244{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/services\/abnormal-periods-menstrual-cycles\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe menstrual cramping<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/services\/pelvic-pain\/\">Pelvic pain<\/a> throughout the month<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/services\/back-pain\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low back pain<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Painful sexual intercourse<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Painful bowel movements<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Painful urination<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/endometriosis-and-your-fertility\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fertility problems<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to pain, you might also have irregular bowel movements such as <a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/endometriosis-and-constipation\/\">constipation<\/a> or diarrhea. You might also experience abdominal bloating or feel like you have a full feeling in your pelvic region.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s also possible to have endometriosis but not experience any symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>What causes endometriosis?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical researchers and physicians haven\u2019t identified a specific cause of endometriosis \u2014 yet. We do know that if your mother or sister has endometriosis, you have a higher risk of developing the condition, too. It could be due to an immunologic dysfunction or alterations in your inflammatory process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We also know that endometriosis isn\u2019t infectious, and it\u2019s not a sexually transmitted disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Diagnosis &amp; treatment<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>How is endometriosis diagnosed?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maiden Lane Medical<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we offer exploratory <a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/services\/laparoscopy\/\">laparoscopy<\/a> to confirm an endometriosis diagnosis. Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that allows us to examine your reproductive and pelvic organs without having to make a large incision in your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We use a surgical instrument called a laparoscope, which is a thin tube with a light and camera on its tip. During the procedure, we insert the device through a small incision in your abdomen, and it sends pictures from inside your body to a video monitor in the treatment room. Typically, when we perform this surgery, we are not just diagnosing endometriosis, we are treating it by removing 100% of the disease from the root. We do not burn it or laser it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>How is endometriosis treated?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you can take hormonal medications and <a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/project\/pain-medicine\/\">pain medication<\/a> to manage your symptoms, we focus on addressing the condition causing your pain \u2014 The reason we approach it this way is because we know that 100% of the time once most medical therapies are stopped, the pain associated with endometriosis returns. The problem is that most medical therapies including <a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/services\/well-woman-exam-contraception\/\">oral contraceptives<\/a>, lupron, and Orlissa do not actually treat endometriosis. Instead, they suppress the pain while the endometriosis is worsening in the background (sort of like a band-aid). We perform <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/endometriosis-surgery-why-its-the-best-treatment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">radical resections<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to remove endometrial tissue.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>What should I expect from a radical resection?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The term radical resection might sound scary, but it is in most cases straight forward surgical procedure that allows us to remove the endometriosis causing your pain, and if present, scar tissue caused by endometriosis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best part about a radical resection is that we leave your reproductive organs intact, which preserves your fertility.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Fertility questions<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>How does endometriosis affect fertility?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Between 30-40% of women with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">endometriosis also experience <a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/endometriosis-and-your-fertility\/\">fertility issues<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. When infertility accompanies endometriosis, it\u2019s usually because the endometriosis or related scar tissue interferes with the release of viable eggs or blocks the fallopian tubes, preventing the egg from reaching your uterus and joining with a sperm. It also causes inflammation which leads to eggs getting older faster in women with endometriosis versus those who do not have endometriosis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I still get pregnant if I have endometriosis?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In many cases, you can get pregnant if you have endometriosis \u2014 you might just need a little help. If you have endometriosis and want to have a baby, talk to us about your options.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Endometriosis management<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Does my diet affect endometriosis symptoms?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There isn\u2019t a direct correlation between your diet and endometriosis. However, we encourage you to make healthy lifestyle choices. For example, you should limit or avoid foods that trigger inflammation and influence hormone production like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trans fats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red meat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gluten<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alcohol<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caffeine<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some studies show that following a primarily plant-based diet can reduce inflammation and enhance your overall health. You should make sure to consume plenty of:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegetables and fruits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts and seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beans and legumes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iron-rich foods like spinach, broccoli, and fortified grains<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essential fatty acid-rich food like salmon, sardines, and trout<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antioxidant-rich foods like berries, beets, oranges, and other colorful fruits<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might find that keeping a food diary can help you identify foods that trigger uncomfortable bloating or other symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Should I exercise if I have endometriosis?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes! Exercise provides many benefits, including weight management, increasing energy, and releasing endorphins \u2014 the feel-good hormones. You should aim for 30-60 minutes of moderate exercise, like swimming, walking, or cycling every day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise also improves your circulation, which delivers essential nutrients and oxygen to your organs and body systems. Regular exercise also helps regulate estrogen production, which might also help reduce your endometriosis symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>How should I deal with painful sex?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sex is an essential part of maintaining intimacy in a romantic relationship, and painful intercourse can put a damper on your sex life. We provide customized advice, but you could also try taking a pain reliever about an hour before you plan to have sex. You and your partner can also try different positions and rhythms to find what is most comfortable and pleasurable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Living with endometriosis can be tough. Our team here at Maiden Lane Medical can help. Not only do we aim to treat the root cause of your pain, but we provide personalized advice on <a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/tips-for-coping-with-endometriosis-symptoms\/\">managing your symptoms<\/a> and maintaining a high quality of life. If you\u2019re concerned about endometriosis, give us a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/book-online\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">call or make an appointment online<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1661432372759{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-size: 22px;\"><strong>Medically Reviewed By<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1661441673949{margin-top: -20px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/profile\/kenneth-a-levey-md\/\"><strong>Kenneth Levey, MD MPH FACOG FACS<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Board Certified Gynecologist<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1599165724445{background-color: #f0f3f2 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center; color: white;\"><span style=\"color: #3a3a3a;\">Looking for a doctor that specializes in Endometriosis in New York?<\/span><\/h5>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center; color: white;\"><span style=\"color: #3a3a3a;\">Look no further, contact Maiden Lane Medical today!<\/span><\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style type=\"text\/css\">.thegem-button-69e2c75eda4b91328.lazy-loading-before-start-animation .lazy-loading-item {opacity: 0;} body.thegem-effects-disabled .thegem-button-69e2c75eda4b91328.lazy-loading-before-start-animation .lazy-loading-item {opacity: 1;}<\/style><style type=\"text\/css\">.thegem-button-69e2c75eda4b91328 .gem-button svg {fill: #ffffff;}.thegem-button-69e2c75eda4b91328 .gem-button:hover svg {fill: #ffffff;}<\/style><div class=\"gem-button-container gem-button-position-center thegem-button-69e2c75eda4b91328     lazy-loading lazy-loading-before-start-animation\"  ><a class=\"gem-button gem-button-size-medium gem-button-style-flat gem-button-text-weight-normal lazy-loading-item\" data-ll-effect=\"drop-right-without-wrap\" style=\"border-radius: 0px;background-color: #481859;color: #ffffff;\" onmouseleave=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#481859';this.style.color='#ffffff';\" onmouseenter=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#f5c6a2';this.style.color='#ffffff';\" href=\"https:\/\/maidenlanemedical.com\/endometriosis\/book-your-appointment-today\/\" target=\"_self\">Book Appointment<\/a><\/div> [\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1599165749244{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]Despite causing pain and other symptoms in around 10% of women during their reproductive years,&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":25425,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"Commonly Asked Questions About Endometriosis | Maiden Lane Medical","_seopress_titles_desc":"Is it painful to have sex? 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