thoracic endometriosis
Is there an effective approach to managing thoracic endometriosis? In Poland, even with various diagnostic tests—including MRI and bronchoscopy—it is often impossible to detect endometriotic lesions. Consequently, one must wait until the patient develops a pneumothorax or pulmonary hemorrhage before a thoracic intervention is considered. What is the global perspective on this issue?
This sounds so frustrating, especially when the scans aren't showing anything despite the symptoms. I've had my own struggles with pelvic issues, but thoracic endo is something I don't know much about. I'm curious though, do doctors really wait for something serious to happen before considering surgery? That sounds quite worrying!
Thank you for your replies. It’s all very straightforward 😀 As for the diagnosis of thoracic endometriosis, that is unfortunately the reality here in Poland. My question is: does anyone have experience with this from another country? When it comes to pelvic endometriosis, things are improving—ultrasound and MRI are now being used to diagnose both endometriosis and adenomyosis. I’ve already had a hysterectomy, but unfortunately, the disease has persisted 🙁
