Endometriosis Treatment in Ottawa Naturopathic & Integrative Care
Endometriosis Treatment in Ottawa
Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, leading to pelvic pain, heavy periods, digestive discomfort, painful intercourse, and fertility challenges. It affects about 1 in 10 people of reproductive age worldwide and can significantly impact day-to-day life.
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At our clinic in Ottawa, we provide evidence-informed naturopathic treatments designed to help you manage symptoms, support hormonal balance, reduce inflammation, and improve fertility outcomes
Understanding Endometriosis
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In endometriosis, tissue similar to the uterine lining can grow on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bowel, bladder, or pelvic tissues. This tissue responds to hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle, which can trigger inflammation, pain, and scar tissue formation.
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Symptoms vary widely and may include pelvic pain, painful or heavy periods, pain during intercourse, bowel or bladder discomfort, bloating, fatigue, and difficulty conceiving. Some individuals have severe symptoms while others experience subtle or intermittent discomfort.
A Naturopathic Approach to Endometriosis Care
Naturopathic care focuses on addressing the underlying contributors to endometriosis rather than only symptom suppression. Treatment plans are tailored based on symptom patterns, cycle history, digestive health, immune and inflammatory factors, stress levels, and fertility goals.
Care may include nutritional therapy, acupuncture, botanical medicine, targeted supplementation, hormone support when appropriate, and lifestyle strategies to support long term symptom management.
Nutrition and Lifestyle Support
Nutrition plays an important role in inflammation regulation, hormone metabolism, and digestive health. Care plans often focus on anti inflammatory dietary patterns, blood sugar balance, gut health support, and identifying individual food sensitivities that may worsen symptoms.
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Lifestyle guidance may include sleep support, stress regulation, gentle movement strategies, and environmental health considerations that influence hormone balance.
Acupuncture for Endometriosis
Acupuncture is commonly used to support endometriosis related pain, pelvic circulation, nervous system regulation, and stress reduction. Many patients find acupuncture helpful for improving pain patterns, menstrual symptoms, and overall wellbeing when used as part of an integrative care plan.
Botanical and Nutritional Support
Evidence informed botanical medicines and nutraceuticals may be used to help reduce inflammation, oxidative stress, and pain while supporting immune balance and hormone metabolism. Recommendations are individualized and adjusted based on symptom response and treatment goals.
Hormone and Cycle Support
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Endometriosis is often influenced by estrogen and progesterone balance. In some cases, hormone support may be considered to help regulate cycles, support luteal phase health, and improve symptom control. Any hormone support is approached carefully and collaboratively with medical providers when applicable.
Digestive Health, Liver Health and the Gut Microbiome
Digestive health and liver function play an important role in estrogen metabolism and immune regulation. Supporting healthy digestion and elimination may help reduce symptom burden and improve overall resilience. Supporting a balanced gut microbiome is a holistic approach to managing associated digestive symptoms related to endometriosis and supporting optimal hormone metabolism.
Endometriosis and Fertility
Endometriosis can affect fertility through inflammation, altered pelvic anatomy, hormonal disruption, and implantation challenges. Naturopathic care aims to support fertility by improving egg quality, reducing inflammatory burden, optimizing cycle health, and supporting the body alongside medical fertility treatments such as IUI or IVF. Care is designed to complement fertility clinic treatment plans and does not replace conventional medical care.
Who This Care Is For
This approach may be appropriate if you experience painful or heavy periods, chronic pelvic pain, suspected or diagnosed endometriosis, digestive symptoms that worsen around your cycle, fertility challenges associated with endometriosis, or ongoing symptoms despite conventional treatment.
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What to Expect When You Start Care
Your initial visit includes a detailed review of your health history, menstrual and symptom patterns, fertility goals, previous testing, and current treatments. A personalized care plan is created and adjusted over time based on response and changing goals.
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Follow up visits typically occur every four to eight weeks depending on your situation and treatment timeline.
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Serving Ottawa and Across Ontario
In person appointments are available in Ottawa. Secure virtual consultations are available for patients across Ontario and Quebec, including Toronto, Kingston, Hamilton, London, Kitchener Waterloo, Guelph, Barrie, Durham Region, Niagara, and surrounding areas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can naturopathic treatment help endometriosis pain?
Many patients experience improvement in pain and symptom patterns with individualized naturopathic care focused on inflammation, nervous system regulation, hormone balance, and lifestyle factors.
Can this care support fertility with endometriosis?
Yes. Naturopathic care may support fertility by improving cycle health, reducing inflammation, and optimizing the reproductive microbiome alongside conventional fertility medical fertility treatment.
Is endometriosis curable?
There is currently no cure for endometriosis. However, symptoms can often be managed effectively, and quality of life can improve with comprehensive and personalized care.
How long does it take to see improvement
Some patients notice symptom changes within one to three cycles. Others require longer term support. Response varies depending on severity, goals, and individual variation depending on overall health and medical history.
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Work With Dr. H. Singh, ND
Dr. H. Singh is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Fertility Naturopath based in Ottawa with over ten years of clinical experience focused on reproductive health, endometriosis care, and fertility support. Care is evidence informed, patient centered, and collaborative with medical providers across Ontario and Quebec.