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Shamita Shetty Discusses Endometriosis Surgery Recovery

Shamita Shetty Discusses Endometriosis Surgery Recovery
Shamita Shetty raises an important question about endometriosis surgery: ‘Can it come back?’ · indianexpress.com

Shamita Shetty recently talked about her experience with endometriosis surgery on Soha Ali Khan's podcast.

She shared her concerns about the surgery and her long recovery process.

Dr. Abhishek Mangeshikar explained that endometriosis can come back after surgery, often because it wasn't fully removed the first time.

He emphasized the importance of choosing a skilled surgeon and following a healthy lifestyle post-surgery.

He also debunked myths about hysterectomy being a cure and highlighted the importance of mental health support for patients.

Key facts

Condition
Endometriosis
Global Prevalence
247 million women
Indian Prevalence
42 million women
Common Symptoms
Excessive pain during periods, pain during sex, pain during bowel movements, excessive bleeding, fatigue, nausea
Recovery Time
4-6 weeks to several months
Key Expert
Dr. Abhishek Mangeshikar
Post-Surgery Care
Anti-inflammatory diet, gradual fitness, mental health support

Quotes

Dr. Abhishek Mangeshikar

Consultant Gynecology & Endometriosis Expert at Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai

“"It helps to separate three things that get lumped together. There’s persistent disease — endometriosis left behind at the first surgery... Instead, choosing the right surgeon matters more than any hospital brochure."”
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“"The best outcomes come from a team — surgeon, physiotherapist, pain specialist, psychologist — not one hero surgeon riding in to fix everything."”
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Shamita Shetty

Indian actress and TV personality

“"I was nervous. I think the first question I asked her (the doctor) was, ‘Can it come back?’ Because I can’t keep cutting myself again and again and taking this out."”
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