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You suspect you may have endometriosis or adenomyosis

When is urgent care needed for severe GI symptoms?

Topic:Symptoms
Affected areas:abdominalpelvicbowel
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If you have severe, persistent abdominal or pelvic pain with vomiting, fever, black or bloody stools, or you cannot pass gas or have a bowel movement, we want you evaluated urgently. The same is true for rapid, unexplained weight loss or signs of anemia such as unusual dizziness, faintness, or looking very pale.


While endometriosis can cause significant GI symptoms, these red-flag changes aren’t typical of a routine flare and can signal problems that shouldn’t wait. If your symptoms escalate quickly or feel clearly different from your usual pattern, it’s reasonable to seek urgent assessment and then reach out to our team so we can help you plan next steps once you’re stabilized.

Severe GI Symptoms Need Quick Action

If you're experiencing intense pain, vomiting, fever, or alarming changes, don't wait to get checked. Our specialists can urgently evaluate your symptoms and guide you to the right care.

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Lotus Endometriosis Institute provides California-based surgical evaluation and advanced excision care for patients with suspected endometriosis, adenomyosis, complex pelvic pain, and related conditions.


Many patients contact us from outside California to learn whether traveling for in-person evaluation and possible surgery may be appropriate.

Santa Monica, CA

2121 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Operating Hours

8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Monday - Friday

Arroyo Grande, CA

154 Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420