Endometriosis is diagnosed by an obstetrician-gynecologist (ob-gyn), who will first do a physical and pelvic exam. The only way to tell for sure that you have endometriosis is through a surgical procedure called laparoscopy. Sometimes, a small amount of tissue is removed (biopsy) during the procedure and tested in a lab.
Treatment for endometriosis depends on the extent of the disease, your symptoms, and whether you want to have children. Endometriosis may be treated with medication, surgery, or both.
Call KCH Obstetrics/Gynecology (740) 326-3531 if you have questions or concerns that you would like to discuss.
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