If you're suffering from severe menstrual pain and other problems associated with your period, then it's possible that you're dealing with endometriosis. Some people do have this condition and not experience any of its painful symptoms, but it is usually identified due to painful and heavy periods. One way to diagnose and treat endometriosis it to use Laparoscopic surgery Endometriosis techniques.

First Things First: Endometriosis Explained
With this condition, endometrial cells grow not only within the uterus (which is really where they should be) but outside it as well. This is where the problems begin. These external cells are found attached to the outside of the uterus or other organs and are called implants.

What is Laparoscopic Surgery?
This surgery is also known as bandaid, keyhole, and minimally invasive surgery or MIS. It is performed using a laparoscope, a slim tubular instrument that may have a camera for the surgeon to see how far endometriosis has affected the body. This instrument is inserted through one or two very small incisions made in the abdominal area.

Carbon dioxide is also released through the incisions to temporarily clear out the abdomen and allow the surgeon to see the affected parts more clearly. A probe may also be used if its necessary for any organs to be moved.

A laparoscopic procedure is initially advised to get a more accurate diagnosis. Treatment can be performed the same time if the surgeon finds any endometriosis implants that may be the reason for suffering and fertility problems. If the surgeon finds an endometriosis cyst, it will usually be taken out as well, even those these cysts are rarely cancerous. Laparoscopic surgery is performed under general anesthesia.

Recovering from Laparoscopic Surgery for Endometriosis
If you are undergoing laparoscopic surgery for diagnosis only, then it's very possible that you can do so as an outpatient. If your condition has already been confirmed, you may need to spend at least one night in the hospital after surgery.

After the surgery, probably the most unexpected and yet common symptom you'll find yourself suffering from, is pain in your shoulders. This is due to the carbon dioxide that was released during the surgery. Pain relief however may be obtained by applying either a hot compress to the afflicted area or taking painkillers. The pain will pass in a matter of time.

You may also feel nauseous after having surgery as a reaction to the anathestic. This will, again, be eliminated with the passage of time but medication may also be taken prior to the surgery. They may also be taken during or after the surgery itself, depending on what you have discussed with your surgeon.

It's usually advised that women who undergo this surgery take at least two days off from work to recuperate. During these days, it's common for patients to feel easily exhausted and drowsy most of the time. Although rest is greatly encouraged, make sure that you move around once in a while and exercise a bit as this can expedite your recovery process.

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Lastly, recovering from a laparoscopic surgery endometriosis procedure will include constraints on having physical relations, but don't worry, the ban on sexual intercourse, and other activities like swimming, is usually lifted by your surgeon in about two weeks.