Endometriosis Treatment
At Women’s Health & Wellness in Covington, LA, Dr. Vicki Steen offers expert, compassionate diagnosis and long-term management of endometriosis. As a board-certified OB/GYN with over 30 years of experience serving women on the Northshore, Dr. Steen understands how endometriosis can significantly impact your quality of life — from debilitating pelvic pain and heavy periods to fertility challenges and emotional fatigue. She provides personalized, evidence-based care in a supportive environment to help you regain control and feel better.
Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, often on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or pelvic lining. This tissue responds to hormonal changes, causing inflammation, scarring, and pain. It affects millions of women, yet many suffer for years before receiving an accurate diagnosis. Early and effective management can dramatically reduce symptoms and improve daily life.
Common Symptoms of Endometriosis
Dr. Steen carefully evaluates women experiencing:
- Chronic pelvic pain, especially during or between periods
- Severe menstrual cramps that interfere with work or daily activities
- Pain during or after sexual intercourse
- Heavy or irregular menstrual bleeding
- Pain with bowel movements or urination, particularly during your period
- Fatigue, bloating, or gastrointestinal issues
- Difficulty getting pregnant (infertility)
Why Choose Dr. Vicki Steen for Endometriosis Care?
Dr. Steen takes a holistic, patient-centered approach. She listens carefully to your experience — many women feel dismissed elsewhere — and partners with you to create a practical, effective plan. Her goal is not only to treat the disease but to help you reclaim your energy, comfort, and quality of life.
Endometriosis Services We Provide
Dr. Steen offers comprehensive, individualized care right in our office:
- Accurate Diagnosis
Detailed medical history, pelvic examination, and on-site pelvic ultrasound performed by our certified ultrasound technician. When needed, she coordinates advanced imaging or diagnostic laparoscopy (minimally invasive surgery) to confirm endometriosis and assess its severity. - Personalized Treatment Plans
Treatment is tailored to your age, symptom severity, desire for future pregnancy, and overall health goals. Options include:- Hormonal therapies to suppress endometriosis growth and reduce pain (birth control pills, progestin-only options, or GnRH agonists/antagonists)
- Pain management strategies, including anti-inflammatory medications and lifestyle recommendations
- Minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery to remove endometrial implants, scar tissue, and cysts while preserving fertility when possible
- Long-term medical management to prevent recurrence and control symptoms
- Fertility Support
Specialized guidance for women with endometriosis who are trying to conceive, including coordination with reproductive endocrinologists when advanced fertility treatments are needed. - Ongoing Monitoring and Support
Regular follow-up visits to adjust treatment, monitor symptoms, and address any new concerns. Dr. Steen works closely with you to find the approach that provides the best relief with the fewest side effects.
Whether you are newly diagnosed, have struggled with symptoms for years, or are concerned about how endometriosis may be affecting your fertility, Dr. Steen provides knowledgeable, compassionate care every step of the way.
Don’t let endometriosis control your life any longer.
Call our office at (985) 893-0995 today.
Dr. Vicki Steen and the team at Women’s Health & Wellness are here to help you find lasting relief and renewed hope.
Women’s Health & Wellness
Serving the Northshore with complete, compassionate women’s care.
