Some of the more recent treatments for Endometriosis include:
Treatments to consider for Endometriosis may include:
Better quality of life for women on continous OCP's: It has been suggested that continuous OCPs may be more effective than the standard 28 day birth control pills, in suppressing the ovaries. The cyclic pill is taken for 28 days, in which the hormonal pill is taken for 21 days and a placebo such as an iron pill is given for the remaining seven days. These pills mimic the normal menstrual cycle in women, but studies have now shown that women on continuous oral contraceptives have a better quality of life. Not only did these women report a significant decrease in moderate to heavy bleeding days but there was also a decline in the blood and urine estrogen levels, total ovarian volume and lead follicle size. Another recorded benefit was an improvement in pain and behavioural changes as compared to women on cyclical pills. Continuous pills are especially beneficial in treating chronic medical conditions like polycystic ovarian disease, endometriosis, premenstrual syndrome, acne and hirsutism, where continuous and additional ovarian suppression is required. The only downside was the increased incidence of breakthrough bleeding and spotting, apart from which no other side effects were noticed.
The following medical news items are relevant to medical research for Endometriosis:
Some of the clinical trials for Endometriosis include:
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