How to properly diagnose Endometriosis – Antai Hospital
Endometriosis is chronic condition, that is a rather common, serious condition that has serious reproductive consequences. The condition is described as the displacement of endometrial tissue to abnormal locations not limited to the reproductive system, these include the fallopian tube, outer uterine walls, pelvic cavity, intestines, rectum etc. During each menses cycle, these displace tissue continue to bleed and cause potential inflammation and scarring. This can affect fertility, leading to recurrent miscarriages and infertility.
Cause
Even though there is a large body of data regarding this pathology our understanding of the pathogenesis of this disease remains incomplete. Risk factors include:
- Family history
- Implantation of endometrial tissue post-surgery
- Hormonal Imbalance leading to cellular transformation of peritoneal cells
- Endometrial cell transport
Symptoms
The 2 most common symptoms associated with endometriosis is pain during sexual intercourse and extreme menses pains. Others include:
- Pain during bowel movements
- Constipation
- Unexplained Infertility
- Heavy menses flow
- Diarrhea
- Bloating
- Recurrent Miscarriage
Diagnosis
Endometriosis is a challenging condition to cope with and can be difficult to manage throughout your life. The intense pains associated are known worsen over time, which is management is required for a better quality of life and fertility purposes. Diagnosis for Endometriosis is key to ensuring an effective treatment outcome. The key is to pinpoint the locations of these displaced endometrial tissue and remove them surgically. This is done via a number of imaging & surgical techniques:
- Pelvic examination
- 4D Color Doppler Ultrasound
- MRI
However, the gold standard for endometriosis diagnosis is via 3D-Laparoscopy where the surgeon can directly observe the size, location, quantity of these displaced endometrial lesions, and at the same time can conduct treatment to remove them. This allows us to conduct one surgery for both diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis.
Treatment of Endometriosis at Antai
At Antai Hospital, our surgeons will conduct a minimally invasive 3D-Laparoscopic procedure to remove these displaced tissues from the pelvic region. Once removed we will administer our proprietary bio-adhesion barrier which prevents the formation of pos-operative adhesions. Lastly, an administration of GnRH-a medication to prevent this endometrial tissue to grow back in the displaced locations. Upon recovery, patient will observe menses to be regular and only experiencing mild pains, with fertility capabilities restored as well. Get in touch with us today!
Note:
Avoid conventional treatment of endometriosis, which is hysterectomy. Endometriosis is a benign organic disease that requires surgical intervention to effectively overcome, removing the uterus is a form a castration and should be only recommended under conditions of presence of malignancy or life-threatening circumstances.
Antai Hospital’s Commitment
Antai Hospital’s full refund policy for the miscarriage prevention treatments we provide should already be the best guarantee for a healthy pregnancy. Patients should rest assured, can and should go about their everyday life, focusing their diet on vegetables, beans, celery, and other fiber-rich foods. Besides that, an active lifestyle of yoga and swimming should also be incorporated to help relieve stress and increase blood circulation, which is beneficial for the fetus’s development and the mother’s health. With our assurance, a healthy lifestyle, and peace of mind, you can go through a healthy pregnancy with no complications.
Recurrent miscarriages are no doubt a heavy blow to the patient’s physical and mental health. All we can do is to help ease the burden and decrease your trauma, to slowly help you overcome the anxiety with the love and care that we provide at Antai Hospital.
Trust in Antai Hospital and trust in yourself, your pregnancy is our priority.