Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor or healthcare professional the following questions regarding endometriosis:

1. What tests are needed to confirm I have endometriosis?
   
   
2. How will I need to prepare for those tests?
   
   
3. What is the stage of my endometriosis?
   
   
4. What are my treatment options for this condition?
   
   
5. What are the risks associated with these treatments?
   
   
6. What medications are best to help with my pain?
   
   
7. How will this condition affect my fertility?
   
   
8. When should I begin to be concerned about my ability to become pregnant?
   
   
9. Should my female relatives be screened for endometriosis because I have the condition?
   
   
10. How many patients with endometriosis have you treated?
    
    
11. Can my surgery spare my uterus and ovaries?
    
    
12. Will you be able to perform a biopsy of the tissue?
    
    
13. Are you experienced with laparoscopy and laparotomy for endometriosis?
    
    
14. What is the chance my endometriosis will return after treatment?