RMFC Fertility
Reproductive Medicine and Fertility Center Colorado Springs

Endocrine Therapy

Endometriosis:

Uterine lining tissue found outside the uterus, often inside the peritoneal cavity on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, bowels and bladder.It is a leading cause of infertility by affecting nearly all aspects of reproduction. Treatments include laser surgery, medical management, microsurgery.

 

 >Figure1. Classis Endometriosis Lesion include chocolate cyst, power burns lesions and gunmetal lesions. Adhesions are formed by the endometriosis.  
Diagram of endometriosis for the treatment of infertility

Menopause:

the cessation of the menstrual cycle. Occurs when there are no more oocytes (eggs)in the ovaries. Includes all aspects of hormonal therapy

 

Androgen Excess:

women who experience excess hair production on face, chest, abdomen,legs and back. Treatments include medical management.

 

 

Uterine Fibroids:

overgrowth of muscle fibers in the uterine wall that may interfere with reproduction or normal sexual relations. Treatments are usually surgical.