Endometriomas and Endometriosis: What Every Woman Needs to Know About Diagnosis, Surgery, and Self-Advocacy with Dr. Amanda Chu
About this episode
Dr. Jolene Brighten discusses endometriomas and endometriosis with Dr. Amanda Chu, focusing on diagnosis, treatment options, and self-advocacy for women.
Pre-order ADHD and Women by Dr. Jolene Brighten and discover how hormones shape focus, motivation, executive function, and emotional regulation http://drbrighten.com/adhdandwomen Endometriosis and Endometriomas are often misunderstood, leaving many women without answers for years. In this episode, Dr. Jolene Brighten sits down with endometriosis surgeon Dr. Amanda Chu, MD, to discuss how endometriomas may signal more advanced disease, why they're frequently dismissed, and what every woman should know about diagnosis and treatment. For the complete research, resources, and show notes, visit https://drbrighten.com/podcasts/endometriomas-and-endometriosis/ If you've been told it's "just a cyst," have been sent home from the ER without answers, or wonder whether surgery is the right next step, this conversation will help you better understand your options and how to advocate for yourself. 👩⚕️ About Today's Experts Dr. Jolene Brighten, NMD, FABNE is a board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist, Certified Menopause Specialist through The Menopause Society, bestselling author, and internationally recognized leader in women's hormone health. Dr. Amanda Chu, MD is a fellowship-trained…
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Jolene Brighten
Guest: Dr. Amanda Chu
Topics covered
- endometriosis
- endometriomas
- diagnosis
- surgery
- self-advocacy
- women's health
Keywords
- endometriosis
- endometriomas
- diagnosis
- surgery
- self-advocacy
- women's health
- hormones
Sponsors
Endo Global
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Products: ADHD and Women
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