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What is Endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a chronic gynaecological condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (endometrium) grows outside the uterus — on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bowel, bladder, or other pelvic organs. Every month, this tissue responds to hormonal changes just like the uterine lining — it thickens, breaks down, and bleeds — but with nowhere to go, it causes inflammation, scarring, and significant pain.
Endometriosis affects approximately 1 in 10 women in India. It is a seriously under-diagnosed condition — the average time from onset of symptoms to diagnosis is 7 years, largely because severe period pain is so often dismissed as 'normal'.
Symptoms of Endometriosis
Endometriosis affects fertility in approximately 30-50% of women with the condition. It can distort pelvic anatomy, block the fallopian tubes, impair egg quality, and create a hostile environment for fertilisation.
Many women with endometriosis — even in moderate to severe cases — go on to conceive naturally or with minimal assistance when the condition is properly managed. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment significantly improves fertility outcomes.
Detailed clinical assessment and symptom history. Transvaginal ultrasound to identify endometriomas (ovarian cysts caused by endometriosis). CA-125 blood test as a supporting diagnostic tool.
Medical management: hormonal therapies to suppress endometriosis growth and reduce pain. Pain management strategies tailored to your daily life and fertility goals. Fertility guidance and ovulation support for women trying to conceive.
If you have been told that your severe period pain is 'just normal' — it is not. You deserve a thorough evaluation, a clear diagnosis, and a treatment plan that actually works. Dr. Sunaina Bansal is committed to giving every woman the answers and relief she deserves.
How We Diagnose and Treat Endometriosis at Dr. Sunaina Bansal's clinic in Sector 71, Mohali:
Get answers to common questions about endometriosis diagnosis, treatment, and fertility.
Dr. Sunaina Bansal uses a combination of detailed symptom history, transvaginal ultrasound, and blood tests. Definitive diagnosis requires laparoscopy, which is referred to trusted surgical specialists when clinically indicated.
There is currently no permanent cure for endometriosis, but it can be effectively managed with hormonal therapy, pain management, and surgery. Many patients achieve significant symptom relief and improved quality of life with the right treatment.
No. While endometriosis is associated with reduced fertility, many women with the condition conceive naturally. Proper management significantly improves fertility outcomes.
PCOS is a hormonal disorder affecting ovulation, while endometriosis involves abnormal growth of uterine-like tissue outside the uterus. Both can cause irregular periods and fertility issues, but they require different treatments. Some women have both conditions simultaneously.