Severe pelvic pain during periods isn’t something women should accept as “normal.” Endometriosis affects millions of women worldwide, yet it often goes undiagnosed for years. Seeking timely advice from an endometriosis specialist in Kolkata can prevent long-term complications, relieve chronic discomfort, and protect your fertility.

What is Endometriosis?

Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus (the endometrium) grows outside the uterine cavity—most commonly on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, outer surface of the uterus, and pelvic organs. These implants bleed during each menstrual cycle, leading to localized inflammation, severe pain, scar tissue (adhesions), and ovarian cysts (chocolate cysts).

Key Warning Signs: When to Consult a Specialist

You should consult a specialized gynecologist or laparoscopic surgeon if you experience any of the following key symptoms:

•  Severe Dysmenorrhea: Period pain that disables you from routine daily work or does not respond well to ordinary painkillers.
•   Chronic Pelvic Pain: Continuous lower abdominal or pelvic aching that persists even outside your menstrual period.
•  Dyspareunia: Pain during or immediately after sexual intercourse.
•  Unexplained Infertility: Difficulty conceiving after 6 to 12 months of active trying without protection.
•  Painful Bowel Movements or Urination: Cyclic digestive discomfort, bloating, or urinary pain, especially during periods.
•  Ovarian Cysts on Ultrasound: Detection of endometriomas (“chocolate cysts”) during routine pelvic imaging.

Advanced Treatment Options

An accurate diagnosis typically involves a thorough clinical evaluation, specialized pelvic ultrasound, or MRI. Treatment strategies depend on severity, age, and pregnancy goals:

•  Medical Management: Hormonal therapies and pain management medications to suppress lesion growth and ease symptoms.
•  Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery: Minimally invasive laparoscopic excision surgery to precisely remove endometriosis tissue and pelvic adhesions while preserving healthy tissue and fertility.

Take Control of Your Pelvic Health

Persistent pelvic pain should never be ignored. Consulting a specialized advanced laparoscopic surgeon ensures accurate diagnosis, personalized medical care, and timely surgical intervention when required.

Book an Appointment with Dr. Sankar Dasmahapatra

Dr. Sankar Dasmahapatra is available at several reputed hospitals across Kolkata.

•  Millennium Clinic – Teghoria Main Road, Near VIP Road, Kanchanjhunjha Apartment, Kolkata – 700059
•  Bhagirathi Neotia Woman and Child Care Centre – Premises No. 27-0327, Street No. 327, Action Area 1D, Newtown, Kolkata – 700756
•  Suraksha Clinic & Diagnostic– 111, PRE. NO.-04, SMART WORKSPACE, CBD, 0378, Action Area I, Newtown, Kolkata, West Bengal 700156
• Manipal Hospital, Salt Lake– IB-193, Broadway Rd, IB Block, Sector 3, Bidhannagar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700106

To book an appointment or consultation, call:  (+91) 87776 13551 / (+91) 92306 16647 / (+91) 98300 78757  WhatsApp: 98300 78757