Ep 193: Navigating Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, and the Path to Fertility with Dr. Zoran Pavlovic

Imagine living with debilitating pain for years, only to be told it’s “just a normal period,” before discovering that endometriosis and adenomyosis have been affecting your body all along. In this episode of Fertility Forward, Dr. Zoran Pavlovic (Dr. Z) joins Rena to unpack these complex inflammatory conditions and explain why they require far more than hormone-based treatment alone. Together, they discuss the key differences between endometriosis and adenomyosis, as well as the two primary treatment approaches: excision surgery and lesion burning. Dr. Z also explores the role of dynamic ultrasounds in accurate diagnosis, how long-term oral contraceptive use may impact these conditions, and why building a multidisciplinary care team is essential. Most importantly, he offers hope, encouraging patients to advocate for themselves and emphasizing that with early intervention and proper care, building a family is absolutely possible. Thanks for listening!