Just as endometriosis manifests itself in different ways from one woman to another, the treatment options are equally varied: for example, the use of medications to combat the symptoms, mainly pain, the surgical removal of endometriosis sites or targeted hormonal treatment.

Above all, it is the therapeutic objective being pursued in a particular case that determines which of the various forms of treatment is chosen. What is more important – treating infertility or combating the pains? Should the doctor aim to remove the disease as radically as possible and reduce the risk of recurrence? These questions are discussed in the interview with the patient.

There is an individual solution to the problem for each woman suffering from endometriosis. The form of treatment and possible combination of different treatments needs to be adapted to the patient’s situation on a case-by-case basis. It is important that the interview with the doctor is complete and provides all the necessary information so that a specific, tailor-made treatment can be chosen.

Treatment differs, depending on the therapeutic objective

Not all women need the same treatment:

Symptomrelief Analgesics known as “non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs” or the contraceptive pill are mainly used for this purpose. However, these treatments will not provide a real cure.
Targeted hormonal treatment “LHRH analogues” inhibit the synthesis of oestrogens and progestogens, which dries up the endometriosis sites. This treatment can be combined with an operation.
Targeted removal of the endometriosis This always involves surgery, often performed with the aid of laser technology.
Combating sterility due to endometriosis As well as removal of the endometriosis sites, additional measures are often necessary.