Understanding Endometriosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

Endometriosis can be painful, frustrating, and often misunderstood. If you’re dealing with heavy periods, ongoing pelvic pain, or difficulty getting pregnant, endometriosis might be the reason. At Ready Health Private Medical Clinic in Standish, we help women get the answers and support they deserve.

What Is Endometriosis?

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows outside the uterus—on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, or other organs. This can cause inflammation, scarring, and pain.

Common Symptoms of Endometriosis

Everyone’s experience is different, but common symptoms include:

• Painful periods (that aren’t relieved by painkillers)
• Pelvic pain between periods
• Pain during or after sex
• Pain when going to the toilet
• Heavy bleeding
• Trouble getting pregnant

Symptoms can start in your teens and often get worse over time.

How Is Endometriosis Diagnosed?

Diagnosis isn’t always straightforward. It might involve:

• A detailed medical history
• Pelvic exam
• Ultrasound or MRI scans
• Laparoscopy (a keyhole surgery used to confirm the diagnosis)

At Ready Health, we take your symptoms seriously and work with local specialists if further investigation is needed.

Treatment Options for Endometriosis

While there’s no cure, treatment can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life:

• Pain relief – such as anti-inflammatories (like ibuprofen)
• Hormonal treatments – including the pill, hormonal coil, or injections
• Surgery – to remove endometriosis tissue if symptoms are severe
• Fertility support – for those trying to conceive

We’ll help find the right treatment for you.

You’re Not Alone

Living with endometriosis can feel isolating—but it doesn’t have to be. At Ready Health in Standish, we listen, support, and help you take control of your health.

Book a consultation today and let’s work together to manage your symptoms.