Endometriosis surgery can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to make informed decisions while in pain. These are the questions I wish more patients knew to ask before surgery, from excision and imaging to recovery, fertility, pelvic floor PT, and long-term care. Includes a free printable checklist you can download and bring to your appointment.

Endometriosis excision surgery removed disease from several areas of my pelvis. Here is an honest, educational look at what excision surgery involves and why specialized care matters.

After endometriosis excision surgery, I wanted to support my body in every way I could. For me, that meant focusing on simple whole foods, eliminating caffeine, staying hydrated, prioritizing sleep, and learning how to care for my body with more intention.

After endometriosis excision surgery, pelvic floor physical therapy became one of the most important parts of my recovery. It helped me understand how chronic pain had shaped my body, taught me how to move and breathe with more awareness, and helped me begin rebuilding trust with myself again.

After five OB-GYNs and years of being dismissed, Gabriella finally got her endometriosis diagnosis. This is her story, and her reminder to every woman still searching for answers.

Many women spend years searching for answers. This blog explores why endometriosis diagnosis can take so long and why better listening in healthcare matters.