Patient's question:
What are the treatments for endometriosis?Doctor's answer:
Treatment of Endometriosis. Treatment methods are mainly divided into two categories: surgery and medication. The choice of treatment should be based on a comprehensive evaluation considering the patient's age, the severity of the condition, and the possibility of fertility preservation. Treatment should be tailored to the individual. Surgical treatment is often not considered due to its high risk and cost. The ideal method is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatment.I. Surgical Treatment:
1. Conservative Surgery: Only the endometriotic lesions are removed while preserving the ovaries and uterus. This is suitable for young patients who wish to retain fertility, with approximately 50%-60% of postoperative pregnancies. However, the recurrence rate of pain is relatively high.
II. Western Medication Treatment:
Danazol is commonly used. Although it has more side effects, most are mild and do not require discontinuation of the medication. In rare cases where liver function is severely impaired, the medication should be stopped promptly, and liver-protective treatment should be provided.