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Endometriosis and Infertility

Endometriosis and infertility are common and treatable problems

Endometriosis occurs when the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, creating endometrial implants that can cause infertility. This condition is common, so many women will face endometriosis and infertility. Thankfully, our Austin endometriosis doctors have the knowledge and expertise to successfully treat these complex problems.

When your doctor makes a diagnosis, he or she will develop a customized endometriosis treatment plan. The goal is to help you manage the symptoms of endometriosis and overcome infertility to grow your family.

Treating endometriosis and infertility begins with diagnostic testing

A woman can have endometriosis and not know it. This condition can cause symptoms like severe pain and irregular bleeding. However, it can also appear in women who have no symptoms at all. As such, our Austin endometriosis doctors always conduct a physical examination and take a medical history when meeting a new patient.

  • During the exam, your doctor may see something that suggests endometriosis.
  • Your doctor may see signs of endometriosis during an ultrasound.
  • Your medical history may reveal you have a relative with endometriosis.

Using these diagnostic tools, our Austin endometriosis doctors can begin to develop your customized treatment plan for endometriosis and infertility.

Comprehensive endometriosis treatment can help you find relief and conceive

If your doctor suspects you have endometriosis, the next step is likely minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. This is the only way to make a definitive diagnosis. It is also the gold standard for treating endometriosis and infertility. Removing the endometrial implants may improve your chances of conceiving and alleviate the symptoms of endometriosis.

Our fertility surgeons have extensive experience removing endometriosis from the delicate female reproductive organs. Using laparoscopic surgery, your surgeon will make two or three tiny incisions in the lower abdomen. With small instruments and a camera, he or she can remove the excess endometrial tissue. This is a minimally invasive procedure, and you can return home the same day.

After the procedure, you may be able to conceive naturally. In contrast, you may still need help from fertility medications or treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF). Your doctor will work with you to determine the right course for your family-building goals.

Get world-class endometriosis treatment

Being able to detect the subtle signs of endometriosis comes with experience. This is exactly what the team at Texas Fertility Center (TFC) offers our patients. We have extensive expertise from years of working with women to diagnose and treat endometriosis and infertility. If you would like to schedule a consultation to discuss endometriosis treatment, contact us.