Acupuncture for Endometriosis
Endometriosis can be an incredibly painful and disruptive condition, affecting not just your periods but also your energy, digestion, fertility, and emotional well-being. Many people spend years searching for answers or being told their pain is “normal.” At Seed Acupuncture, we know your pain is real, and we’re here with natural, integrative care that addresses the whole picture.
Understanding Endometriosis and Its Symptoms
Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the endometrium (the lining of the uterus) grows outside the uterus, typically on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and throughout the pelvic cavity. Unlike normal endometrial tissue that's shed during menstruation, this displaced tissue has no way to exit the body. Each month, as hormones fluctuate, this ectopic tissue thickens, breaks down, and bleeds internally, creating inflammation, scarring, and adhesions that can distort pelvic anatomy.
The most common symptoms include:
✧ Pelvic pain, especially around the menstrual cycle
✧ Heavy or irregular bleeding
✧ Pain during sex
✧ Fatigue and digestive issues such as bloating, constipation, or diarrhea
Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 women of reproductive age, yet it often goes undiagnosed for years. At Seed Acupuncture, we take a deeper look by tracking your cycles, symptoms, and overall patterns to understand how endometriosis is impacting your daily life.
Your treatment plan is always individualized, with care focused on reducing pain, regulating hormones, improving pelvic circulation, and supporting long-term reproductive health. We also regularly collaborate with OB/GYNs, reproductive endocrinologists, and laparoscopic specialists to ensure your care is truly comprehensive.
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How Acupuncture Relieves Endometriosis Pain
Acupuncture is a safe, non-invasive therapy that has been shown in randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews to:
✧ Reduce pelvic pain and cramping
✧ Shorten pain episodes
✧ Calm systemic inflammation
✧ Improve circulation to the uterus and ovaries
✧ Support hormone regulation and mood balance
By activating the parasympathetic nervous system and modulating pain pathways, acupuncture offers effective relief without the side effects of medications. Herbal medicine can be combined with acupuncture to further reduce inflammation, resolve stagnation, and support long-term balance.
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How Does Endometriosis Affect Fertility?
Fertility challenges are one of the most difficult aspects of endometriosis. Around 30–50% of individuals with the condition struggle to conceive, making it one of the leading causes of infertility.
Several factors contribute to this:
✧ Distorted pelvic anatomy: Endometrial growths and adhesions can block the fallopian tubes or impair ovarian function, making fertilization more difficult.
✧ Chronic inflammation: Persistent inflammation can disrupt the pelvic environment, affecting both egg quality and implantation.
✧ Hormonal imbalances: Endometriosis often disrupts normal hormone signaling, interfering with ovulation and reproductive health.
Studies show that endometriosis may reduce ovarian reserve and impact embryo implantation, but many people still go on to conceive naturally or with the help of IUI or IVF.
Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can play a powerful supportive role by modulating inflammation, improving pelvic circulation, and regulating reproductive hormones. These therapies are safe, evidence-based, and often used alongside conventional care to improve outcomes.
In some cases, surgical laparoscopy is the most effective next step. If that's part of your plan, we’re here to support you before and after by helping to reduce inflammation, promote healing, and help your body return to a place of balance and readiness for conception.
