Patient's question:
I am 27 years old. Every time I have my period, I always get stomach pain. I can only relieve it by taking ibuprofen capsules each time. Last month, I had a thorough check-up at the hospital, and the doctor said I have endometriosis. Next doctor, how is endometriosis treated?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of endometriosis should be determined based on the patient's age, symptoms, the location and extent of inflammation, as well as recommendations for fertility. It aims to go beyond merely reducing and removing lesions, alleviating and suppressing pain, treating and improving fertility, and preventing and reducing recurrence. Lesions can be removed through surgical means, or the condition can be managed with medication. Mild endometriosis patients should primarily be treated with expectant therapy. Regular follow-up and symptomatic treatment for mild menstrual cramps caused by inflammation can be provided, including the use of prostaglandin synthetase inhibitors such as indomethacin, naproxen, and ibuprofen.