Endometriosis is a chronic condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the womb (endometrium) grows outside the uterus — most often on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, bowel, or pelvic walls. These patches of tissue respond to hormonal cycles just like the womb lining, thickening and bleeding each month. Because this blood has nowhere to go, it causes inflammation, scarring, and adhesions, leading to persistent pelvic pain and other symptoms.
Endometriosis can significantly affect quality of life, mood, relationships, and work. While it cannot always be cured, specialist treatment can dramatically reduce pain, improve fertility outcomes, and restore day-to-day function. We work alongside the regions best gynaecologists to provide coordinated care for endometriosis.
At Wessex Pain Clinic, our consultants take a comprehensive history focusing on pain patterns, menstrual history, bowel and bladder symptoms, and prior surgeries. If indicated and appropriate, we may recommend an examination
Diagnosis often involves collaboration with gynaecologists and pelvic health specialists, as symptoms may overlap with other causes of pelvic pain such as bladder pain syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, or musculoskeletal dysfunction.
Investigations may include:
This comprehensive assessment helps build a clear picture of all contributing factors — allowing for a truly personalised treatment plan.
Our specialist physiotherapists partners provide targeted pelvic floor rehabilitation, posture training, and manual therapy to reduce muscle tension and improve movement.
Hydrotherapy supports gentle, low-impact exercise and relaxation.
Our pain psychology partners help patients manage the emotional and cognitive impact of chronic pelvic pain — addressing stress, anxiety, fatigue, and the effect of persistent pain on relationships and self-confidence. Approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based pain management are used to promote resilience and self-efficacy.
At Wessex Pain Clinic, we work as a team and meet regularly to discuss complex, treatment resistant or unusual cases. As such you will often receive the expertise of several pain consultants. We believe that we are one of very few pain clinics to offer this.
We may recommend:
All medication plans are monitored carefully for balance of effectiveness and tolerability.
Where pain persists, our consultants offer precise, image-guided interventions to target the pain at its source, including:
Our friendly team is on hand to support you every step of the way. Please get in touch at any time.
