Bigg Boss 15 contestant Shamita Shetty recently underwent surgery for endometriosis, a condition affecting nearly 40% of women. She took to social media from her hospital bed to share her experience and raise awareness about the disease. Shamita emphasized the importance of understanding this painful condition and thanked her doctors for their diligent care. With the disease surgically treated, she looks forward to better health and pain-free days ahead.
“Did you know that almost 40% of women suffer from Endometriosis and most of us are unaware of this disease!!! I want to thank both my doctors, my gynaecologist Dr Neeta Warty and my GP Dr Sunita Banerjee for not stopping till they found out the root cause of my pain. Now that I’ve had this disease surgically removed, I’m looking forward to good health and more physically pain-free days,” wrote Shamita.
“Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus (called the endometrium) starts to grow outside the uterus. This tissue can be found on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, outer surface of the uterus, or other organs in the pelvic cavity. During the menstrual cycle, this tissue behaves like normal endometrial tissue—it thickens, breaks down, and bleeds. However, because it’s outside the uterus, the blood cannot exit the body like menstrual blood, leading to inflammation, pain, and the formation of scar tissue (adhesions),” explains Dr. Pooja C. Thukral, Associate Director of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the Cloudnine Group of Hospitals in Faridabad.
According to Dr. Padma Srivastava, a consultant gynaecologist and obstetrician at Motherhood Hospitals in Lullanagar, Pune. “Endometriosis takes a toll on the reproductive health of a woman. It happens when the tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of the womb, inviting symptoms such as inflammation, pain, and infertility in some cases. When it comes to the symptoms of endometriosis, one may experience excessive bleeding during menstruation, painful bowel movements or urination, painful sex, and menses. One needs to seek timely intervention when it comes to managing this condition,”
Dr. Rohit Ranade, a superspecialist in robotic surgery, gynaecology, and HIV/AIDS at Narayana Health City in Bangalore, states “The exact cause can differ from person to person, but it involves genetic, hormonal, and immune system factors. Surgery, such as laparoscopy and robotic assisted, can effectively remove these growths and alleviate symptoms, but recurrence is possible. The main role of surgery is to remove all the endometriotic deposits safely. Other treatments include hormonal therapy and pain management. Complications can include chronic pain, ovarian cysts, and adhesions. For a speedy recovery post-surgery, patients should follow a healthy diet, stay hydrated, avoid strenuous activities, and attend follow-up appointments. It’s also crucial to manage stress and seek support from doctors and support groups,”