Division of Gynecology
The Division of Gynecology, part of the OB/GYN Department, offers exceptional patient care, research programs, and education and training opportunities.
Endometriosis & Pelvic Pain
Trusted care for endometriosis, adenomyosis and other pelvic pain disorders
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Comprehensive Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Care
The Center for Endometriosis and Complex Pelvic Pain specialists collaborate with you to diagnose your condition and provide patient-focused treatment. Our specialists are involved in research to improve our understanding of endometriosis and pelvic pain. This provides you with access to the newest emerging treatment options before they become widely available.
From physical therapy and medical treatments to minimally invasive surgery, we develop customized plans to meet individual needs.
Understanding Endometriosis
Endometriosis causes uterine-like tissue to grow outside the uterus (womb). This can lead to severe pelvic pain, scarring and lesions. These are other symptoms of endometriosis:
- Fertility challenges
- Heavy menstrual bleeding, or bleeding between periods
- Pain during sex
- Pain while urinating or having a bowel movement
Other Pelvic Pain Conditions
We provide care for other reproductive health conditions that can cause pelvic pain:
- Ovarian cysts
- Pelvic floor disorders
Specialized Diagnostic Services
Your gynecologist may use some combination of these tests to diagnose your condition and plan your care:
- Laparoscopy (allows the surgeon to view inside your abdomen to look for endometrial tissue outside the uterus)
- Endometriosis protocol MRI
- Pelvic exam
- Ultrasound
Treatments We Offer
Our team works together to create a personalized treatment plan that fits your needs and preferences. Treatment focuses on managing your symptoms and improving your long-term well-being.
Treatment depends on the severity of your symptoms and your long-term goals, including whether you hope to become pregnant. Your team will work with you to develop a comprehensive treatment plan, which may include these and other steps:
- Hormone therapy
- Integrative therapies such as acupuncture or mindfulness training
- Interventional gynecologic procedures:
- Embolization to treat painful fibroids
- Cryoablation to treat endometriosis
- Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery to diagnose and remove endometriosis tissue while preserving the uterus and ovaries
- Other minimally invasive surgeries to remove the uterus (hysterectomy) and/or the ovaries (oophorectomy), if necessary
Meet the Team
Our endometriosis and complex pelvic pain team includes specialists from various disciplines to provide expert care.
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Additional Services
Your gynecologist works with providers throughout the BIDMC care network to ensure that you receive comprehensive care. Explore other providers who may be involved in your care.
