QC: Uterine Ablation vs. Hysterectomy: What If A Provider Doesn't Believe You?

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link)Dr. Jeff Arrington breaks down the differences between uterine ablation and hysterectomy while offering candid advice about advocating for yourself with dismissive doctors. His expert insights challenge conventional approaches to endometriosis and adenomyosis treatment, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based care and patient autonomy.• Uterine ablation uses heat to destroy the uterine lining and primarily treats heavy bleeding, not painful periods• Adenomyosis is one of the top reasons patients need hysterectomy after endometrial ablation• For heavy bleeding with painful periods, a progesterone IUD may be better than ablation as it addresses both symptoms• Post-ablation syndrome can occur when scarring traps active endometrial tissue, causing pain over time• When doctors don't listen to your concerns, asking for supporting research studies may help• If providers consistently dismiss you, finding a new doctor may be your only viable option• Many physicians remain fixed in outdated residency training and fail to offer referrals to specialistsHave more questions? Send them in using the link in the episode description, email [email protected], or visit the endobattery.com contact page.Support the showWebsite endobattery.comInstagram: EndoBattery