“Endometriosis is a condition that affects millions of women worldwide, often leading to fertility challenges. The disorder occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the womb, causing pain, inflammation, and sometimes scarring that can interfere with conception. Despite its impact on fertility, there are effective treatment options that can significantly improve the chances of pregnancy for women with endometriosis.
“”Endometriosis can severely affect fertility, but various treatment options can improve chances of conception,”” says Dr. Astha Jain Sharma, IVF Specialist at Birla Fertility and IVF Indore. “”Laparoscopic surgery, hormonal therapies, and assisted reproductive technologies like IVF offer viable solutions. Success rates vary depending on the severity of the condition, but with the right intervention, many women with endometriosis can achieve successful pregnancies.””
For mild to moderate cases of endometriosis, laparoscopic surgery can remove endometrial tissue and adhesions, restoring reproductive function. This minimally invasive procedure has been shown to increase fertility in many women by improving the health of the reproductive organs.
In addition to surgery, hormonal treatments such as gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists can help reduce the symptoms of endometriosis and prevent the condition from worsening. However, hormonal therapy alone is often not enough to restore fertility and is usually combined with other interventions.
For women facing more severe endometriosis or those who have not had success with other treatments, in vitro fertilization (IVF) is a highly effective option. IVF bypasses many of the obstacles caused by endometriosis by fertilizing the egg outside the body and transferring the embryo directly into the uterus. Success rates vary based on the extent of the condition, but IVF offers hope for many women with endometriosis who are trying to conceive.
With a tailored approach and the right combination of treatments, many women with endometriosis can achieve their dream of starting a family.”
