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Fertility Treatments for Women with Endometriosis: Myths and Facts

Approved By: Dr. Chandana Narayana March 14, 2025 | 12:52 pm

Before we bust the myths and establish the facts about endometriosis and IVF it is important to understand what endometriosis is.

What is endometriosis?

Endometriosis is a condition where a tissue, similar to the tissue which lines the inner wall of the uterus, grows outside the uterus. This condition can cause symptoms like heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, or fertility issues. However, understanding endometriosis can go a long way in overcoming your condition and providing better outcomes for endometriosis treatment.

Myth and Facts about Endometriosis and fertility treatment

1. Myth

Endometriosis always causes infertility issues in women.

Fact

Although endometriosis is a common cause of infertility in women, women with endometriosis can also conceive. With the best infertility treatment and also lifestyle changes, women with endometriosis can conceive and have a smooth and normal pregnancy.

2. Myth

Endometriosis only affects fertility if it blocks your fallopian tubes.

Fact

Endometriosis is a complex condition that can affect fertility prospects in more ways than one. For example, Endometriosis can cause pelvic inflammation which is an infection in the female reproductive organs. It can cause an infection in organs including the uterus and ovaries which can lead to infertility in women. Further, endometriosis can diminish the quality and number of eggs which may lower the chances of conception.

Also, fertility is not the only risk with endometriosis. This condition can also result in ectopic pregnancies, pre-term babies, and miscarriages and also lead to lower-weight babies. It is important to have regular checkups with your gynecologist to monitor your baby’s health during your pregnancy.

3. Myth

Endometriosis is painful

Fact

Many women experience pain, especially in the pelvic region. Women diagnosed with endometriosis also experience pain during sexual intercourse, urination, or even during a menstrual cycle. However, not all endometriosis symptoms are painful. In fact, some women may have a mild condition and may not even know they have endometriosis until they try to conceive. So, endometriosis is not always painful.

4. Myth

Women with endometriosis can conceive only through IVF.

Fact

Studies reveal that around 30-50% of women who are diagnosed with endometriosis also face fertility issues. However, some women can conceive naturally despite the condition. Women who cannot conceive naturally can conceive with the help of good fertility doctors through IVF.

However, it must be noted that endometriosis affects IVF success rates in women. Women with endometriosis have a lower IVF success rate than women without the condition. To improve your chances of IVF success, always consult a good fertility doctor at the best women’s hospital.

Endometriosis treatment

5. Myth

Pregnancy can cure endometriosis.

Fact

The fact is pregnancy cannot cure endometriosis. In fact, there is no cure for the condition, but there are treatment options to reduce or minimize the symptoms of endometriosis.

Pregnancy may result in improvements in the symptoms of endometriosis but is not a guarantee. Pregnancy results in hormonal changes in the body which may lead to changed symptoms of endometriosis.

Visit the best women’s hospital for advice on endometriosis treatment options to reduce the symptoms. Your fertility expert may advise hormonal treatment, surgery, or even a hysterectomy to minimize the symptoms of endometriosis.

6. Myth

Endometriosis affects only the female reproductive organs.

Fact

No, endometriosis does not affect only the female reproductive organs. The tissue similar to the inner lining of your uterus can grow anywhere else in your body. It can even be seen on the lining of your lungs or abdomen.

Where can you find the best endometriosis treatment in Bangalore?

Kinder Women’s Hospital and Fertility Centre is one of the best women’s hospitals in Bangalore. Our endometriosis diagnosis and treatment plans are on par with global standards, making us one of the most preferred women’s hospitals in Bangalore. We are known for our best infertility treatment in Bangalore providing hope to aspiring parents since our inception. We have the top fertility doctors in Bangalore offering their expertise and also experience in fertility issues in women and men.

At Kinder Women’s Hospital and Fertility Centre in Whitefield, we offer world-class endometriosis treatment resulting in minimized symptoms and more positive outcomes for endometriosis and IVF.

Over the years, we have garnered the trust of our patients to provide top-class medical treatment for women and also children.

Visit Kinder Women’s Hospital and Fertility Centre for the best women and child care in Bangalore.

 

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