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I go to my gyn in two weeks. i'm wondering how she'll begin testing for endometriosis? what are the possible tests? my pain is unbelievably bad.

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

History and exam: Most often the diagnosis of endometriosis is made empirically -- meaning simply by taking a careful patient history and doing an examination. The only to make the diagnosis 100% is surgically. In most cases treatment can be offered based on a history and physical.

Answered 4/30/2015

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