Endometriosis causes include:
Endometriosis symptoms vary widely among women. They include:
Endometriosis can impact key aspects of a woman’s life including:
Endometriosis left unchecked can lead to:
There’s no guaranteed prevention for endometriosis. However, taking proactive steps can reduce your risk of the condition.
Endometriosis diagnosis requires a persistence and specialized care including:
It is safe to consult a doctor with expertise in minimally invasive gynecological surgeries. This will help you get an accurate diagnosis.
Treating endometriosis requires a comprehensive, individualized approach:
Medications can provide temporary relief. These include:
Don’t wait for symptoms to become unbearable. Consult your nearest gynecologist if you experience:
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Ignoring endometriosis can lead to:
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Ans. Yes, genetics can play a role. Women with a family history of endometriosis are more likely to develop it.
Ans. Endometriosis can affect anyone with a uterus, in their reproductive years, between 15-49 years of age.
Ans. There’s no definitive cure for endometriosis. Its symptoms can be managed effectively with your doctor’s help. Hormonal changes after menopause can reduce its impact.
Ans. There’s no permanent cure. Surgical intervention, hormonal treatments, and lifestyle adjustments can control and manage symptoms.
Ans. Endometriosis rarely leads to cancer, but some studies suggest a slight increase in the risk of ovarian cancer in women with the condition.
Ans. Avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks as they can increase estrogen levels, worsen symptoms.
Ans. Drinking boiled or filtered water is safe and can help avoid toxins.
Ans. Weight gain isn’t directly caused by endometriosis, but hormonal treatments and inflammation may contribute. Focus on anti-inflammatory diets and regular exercise to keep your weight in control.
Ans. Sex is painful with endometriosis. Proper treatment, physical therapy, and open communication with your partner can help you both figure out alternatives to keep your sexual life enticing.
Ans. Follow an anti-inflammatory diet. Practice stress management through yoga and meditation. Stay physically active. Seek regular medical care to monitor and treat symptoms timely.
Endometriosis can affect different areas, so the ICD-10 codes are location-specific:
Code | Description |
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N80.0 | Endometriosis of uterus |
N80.1 | Endometriosis of ovary |
N80.2 | Endometriosis of fallopian tube |
N80.3 | Endometriosis of pelvic peritoneum |
N80.4 | Endometriosis of rectovaginal septum and vagina |
N80.5 | Endometriosis of intestine |
N80.6 | Endometriosis in cutaneous scar |
N80.8 | Other endometriosis |
N80.9 | Endometriosis, unspecified |
Depending on the type of treatment (diagnostic or surgical), different CPT codes are used:
Code | Description |
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49320 | Diagnostic laparoscopy (peritoneoscopy) |
58662 | Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface (e.g., endometriosis) |
Code | Description |
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58140 | Myomectomy, excision of fibroid tumors from uterus |
58150 | Total abdominal hysterectomy |
58260 | Vaginal hysterectomy, for uterus 250 grams or less |
58558 | Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy |
Code | Description |
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58940 | Oophorectomy, unilateral or bilateral |
58661 | Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy) |