“Endometriosis can be difficult to diagnose and is notoriously dismissed by the OBGYN as period pain. That’s why it’s so important to find a specialist. Specialists are more likely to diagnosis the disease early, and perform surgery that removes all of the disease completely.” said Dr. Paul MacKoul.

Everyday Health publishes advice for women struggling with endometriosis. Read tips provided by Dr. Paul MacKoul, MD, as well as affected women, caregivers and other contributing healthcare providers. The CIGC surgical specialists use the advanced DualPortGYN technique to remove endometriosis, helping women achieve relief sooner after surgery. When it comes to this debilitating condition, it is essential to seek specialty GYN care.

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Specialists manage endometriosis frequently, and perform surgery 100% of the time. Getting diagnosed early, and getting treatment from a GYN specialist, can reduce the risk of recurrence. If one of your goals is to become pregnant, early treatment is essential since a delay in diagnosis can lead to progression of the disease, to infertility and to severe and chronic pain, which might even require narcotics to treat. Endometriosis excision is the gold standard in surgical management of endometriosis, and is critical for pain management.