Endometriosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Pain Management & Fertility Impact | Dr. Abhishek Mangeshikar

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women, yet on average it takes 7 years to diagnose. You deserve answers sooner. In this episode of Jas-Health, Dr. Abhishek Mangeshikar, Gynaecologist and Endometriosis Specialist at Jaslok Hospital, explains what endometriosis actually is, why it goes undiagnosed for so long, how it affects fertility, and what the most effective treatment options are today. What you'll learn: ✅ What is endometriosis and why does it cause so much pain? ✅ Common symptoms: painful periods, pain during intercourse, chronic pelvic pain ✅ Why is endometriosis so often misdiagnosed or dismissed? ✅ How is endometriosis diagnosed? (Ultrasound, laparoscopy, staging) ✅ Endometriosis and infertility: what's the real link? ✅ Medical management: hormones, pain relief, and when they're not enough ✅ Surgical options: excision surgery vs. ablation, which is better? ✅ Can you get pregnant after endometriosis surgery? 👨‍⚕️ About Dr. Abhishek Mangeshikar: Dr. Mangeshikar is a specialist gynaecologist at Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai, with particular expertise in endometriosis, minimally invasive gynaecological surgery, and fertility-preserving procedures. 🏥 Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre, Mumbai 00:00 - Introduction 00:01:20 - What is Endometriosis? 00:02:26 - The Danger of Normalizing Period Pain 00:04:02 - What Endometriosis Does Inside the Body 00:05:06 - The 3 Subtypes of Endometriosis 00:06:28 - Symptoms Beyond Period Pain (Bowel, Bladder, Lungs) 00:07:48 - Diagnostic Delays & Misleading Imaging Scans 00:08:40 - Why Patients See 5-10 Doctors Before Diagnosis 00:10:21 - Lack of Awareness Among Medical Experts 00:11:18 - Comprehensive MRI & Specialist Diagnostics 00:13:18 - Top Myths About Endometriosis Busting 00:14:58 - Impact on Fertility & Reproductive System 00:17:05 - The Rush to IVF Without Treating Root Cause 00:18:13 - Psychological & Emotional Toll on Patients 00:20:01 - Full Excision Surgery vs. Cyst Burning/Ablation 00:22:55 - Why Global Patients Choose India for Surgery 00:24:21 - Multi-Disciplinary Care Approach Explained 00:25:48 - Case Study: Complex 12-Hour Robotic Surgery 00:27:51 - Fertility Preservation & Surgical Outcomes 00:29:56 - Awareness Initiatives & Bio-Banking Research 00:30:45 - The Future of Technology & AI in Endometriosis 00:32:23 - What To Do If You Suspect Endometriosis 00:33:14 - Rapid Fire Round with Dr. Abhishek 00:35:18 - Final Advice & Key Takeaways #endometriosis #womenshealth #pelvicpain #endometriosisawareness #fertility #JasHealth #JaslokHospital #DrAbhishekMangeshikar #gynaecology #painfulperiods #EndoWarrior #infertility #MumbaiDoctor #EndometriosisTreatment #chronicpain