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[Tamaragirl]

Hi am 25 years old on the 26th July I found out I have endometriosis and have go for key hole sugary and been put onto gavapenting and am scared and worried I haven't had periods for ages and some times a do and don't last long i am just not understand what it is and what they need do key hole for ...

[RicEndoUK]

Hi Tamaragirl,

Welcome to the forum! I know it is all really confusing at the moment and I'm sorry you are feeling worried and scared. Please know that we are all here to support you.

I expect you are having key hole surgery (called a laparoscopy) to get a firm diagnosis of Endometriosis. Depending on your individual case and consultant, they may also remove anything they may find.

The charity, Endometriosis UK, have some information leaflets about endometriosis, treatment and surgery which may help you understand more about what is going on. You can find them here:

Understanding Endometriosis:

endometriosis-uk.org/sites/...

Treatment Information:

endometriosis-uk.org/sites/...

Laparoscopic Surgery:

endometriosis-uk.org/sites/...

Do you have a date for your surgery yet? You should have a pre-op appointment with your consultant where you can ask any additional questions you have.

I hope this helps and let us know how you get on.

RicEndoUK

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