List of Treatments for Endometriosis

Depo-Provera (Medroxyprogesterone)

Overview
Depo-Provera is a prescription drug that was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1992 to prevent pregnancy. Depo-Provera is also prescribed to treat symptoms of endometriosis.… read more

Endometrial ablation

Overview
Menorrhagia, or excessive bleeding during menstruation, is a common symptom of endometriosis. Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys the endometrium, or lining of the uterus, to treat menorrhagia.… read more

Heating pad

Overview
A heating pad can provide comfort and relief from cramps and pain caused by endometriosis.

What does it involve?
A heating pad is an inexpensive and portable way to obtain some relief from the pain and… read more

Hysterectomy

Overview

Hysterectomy is surgery to remove the uterus. In cases where a hysterectomy is being performed to treat endometriosis, oophorectomy (removal of the ovaries) and excision of lesions are usually performed too.… read more

Ibuprofen

Overview
Ibuprofen is an over-the-counter medication used to treat pain, fever, and inflammation. It is sold under the brand names Motrin and Advil. Stronger doses of Ibuprofen are available by prescription. Ibuprofen… read more

Laparoscopy

Overview
Laparoscopy is the technique most frequently used in surgeries for endometriosis, including diagnostic surgery and excision. Laparoscopy is designed to be minimally invasive and allow for a speedy recovery.… read more

Lupron (Leuprorelin acetate for depot suspension)

Overview
Lupron Depot is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat pain and reduce lesions caused by endometriosis. Lupron Depot may be referred to by its drug name, leuprolide… read more

Mirena (Levonorgestrel)

Overview
Mirena is an intrauterine implant approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1990 to prevent pregnancy and treat heavy menstrual periods. Mirena is also prescribed to treat symptoms of… read more

Physical therapy

Overview
Endometriosis causes changes to the pelvic cavity that can contribute to pain, swelling, and bloating. Physical therapy focused on improving the condition of the pelvic floor can help improve some endometriosis… read more