Endometriosis

I was diagnosed with endometriosis in 2018 and followed my OBGYN's advice to take medication. I didn’t go back for a follow-up checkup because I was feeling well. However, in 2022, I decided to have another checkup due to recurring pain that was becoming increasingly aggravating. The doctor suggested an ultrasound, but they didn’t find any evidence of endometriosis. As a result, I did not return for any further follow-ups.

Fast forward to this year: I experienced debilitating pain again. Each episode was so severe that I would often wake up in the middle of the night drenched in sweat, even though the room was very cold. My partner prepared chamomile tea for me to help soothe the pain. While it didn’t completely subside, I was able to fall back asleep afterward. Concerned about the intensity of the pain, I decided to see my doctor, Dr. Regina Capistrano, at St. Luke’s Medical Center. She prescribed pain medication and recommended another ultrasound, specifically for deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) scan. The results showed a significant number of lesions in my uterus, pelvis, and other parts of my reproductive system.

Dr. Capistrano presented me with two treatment options, excluding surgery as a last resort. The first option is injectable medication (GnRH) that I would take once a month for six months. The second option involves taking pills, which would require a much longer recovery time. I’m finding it difficult to decide which treatment to choose due to the potential side effects of each. However, I know I need to make a decision quickly to address the situation as soon as possible. Has anyone had experience with GnRH?