Endometrial Ablation

A Lighter Way Forward: Endometrial Ablation for Heavy Periods

If heavy menstrual bleeding is interfering with your daily life, you’re not alone—and you’re not without options. At Columbus Regional Healthcare System, our OB/GYN specialists offer endometrial ablation, a quick, safe procedure designed to significantly reduce or stop menstrual flow, often without the need for major surgery.

For many women, endometrial ablation offers a welcome alternative to hysterectomy—relieving symptoms with less downtime and a faster recovery.

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What Is Endometrial Ablation?

Endometrial ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that removes or destroys the lining of the uterus (the endometrium), which is responsible for monthly bleeding.

After the procedure, most women experience:

• Lighter, more manageable periods
• Spotting only, or
• No periods at all

It’s an effective solution for those who want to avoid major surgery but need real, lasting relief from heavy periods.

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Who Is a Good Candidate?

You may be a candidate for endometrial ablation if you:

• Have heavy or prolonged periods that interfere with your life
• Have not found relief with medications or hormonal therapy
• Do not wish to become pregnant in the future
• Have a normal-sized uterus with no active infection or suspected cancer

It’s important to note: Pregnancy after endometrial ablation is unsafe and highly unlikely, but birth control is still recommended if you’re premenopausal.

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What to Expect During the Procedure

Endometrial ablation is usually done in-office or as an outpatient procedure, often under local anesthesia or light sedation.

• Your provider may use heat, cold, microwave energy, or radiofrequency to destroy the uterine lining
• The procedure typically takes less than 30 minutes
• Most women go home the same day and return to normal activities in 1–2 days
• Cramping or light spotting is common for a few days afterward

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Benefits of Endometrial Ablation

✅ Significant reduction in menstrual bleeding
✅ Minimally invasive – no incisions or stitches
✅ Short recovery time
✅ May reduce the need for hysterectomy
✅ Quick return to work and daily life

For many women, it’s a life-changing solution that improves both physical comfort and emotional well-being.

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Why Choose Columbus Regional?

• Skilled OB/GYN specialists with advanced training in ablation techniques
• State-of-the-art in-office technology for safe, efficient procedures
• Compassionate care in a private, respectful environment
• Ongoing support for menstrual health, birth control, and post-procedure care
• Access to full-spectrum women’s health services

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Let’s Talk About a Lighter Tomorrow

If heavy periods are making it hard to keep up with life, you don’t have to live with the discomfort. Endometrial ablation may be the solution you’ve been waiting for—safe, effective, and easier than you might think.

Contact the OB/GYN Program at Columbus Regional Healthcare System today to schedule a consultation and find out if ablation is right for you.

Because you deserve care that fits your life—and helps you feel like yourself again.