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Endometriosis or Normal Pain? When Medication Is Okay

2 months ago

I think I might have endometriosis because my periods are very painful, and sometimes I can’t even do my daily tasks. I feel guilty about taking medicine will it affect my health? Is it safe to take medication for period pain, and could this also affect my chances of conceiving or needing IVF in the future?

Asked By Lavanya | Female | Age 33

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Dr. Mannan Gupta

MBBS, MS-Obs & Gyne | 15 Years Experience Overall

Answered 20/11/2025

Period pain, or dysmenorrhea, can occur for several reasons, including endometriosis, uterine problems like adenomyosis, fibroids, or polyps. The first step is to identify the cause of your pain using tests like blood tests (e.g., CA-125), ultrasound, or MRI.

For endometriosis, the endometrial tissue deposits outside the uterus in ovaries, fallopian tubes, or other parts of the reproductive system. In such cases, surgery is often more effective. Medications, especially hormonal medicines, can prevent further deposition of endometrial tissue, but they cannot reverse the tissue that is already deposited.

After surgery, any remaining issues like infertility can be addressed, sometimes with IVF. So, you don’t need to jump directly to IVF. A good doctor will first evaluate the cause of your pain or infertility and treat it accordingly.

Only some patients may require IVF; others can benefit from different treatments. Taking prescribed medicines for period pain is safe and will not harm your health, especially when guided by a doctor.

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