Riverdale Actress Lili Reinhart Reveals Endometriosis Diagnosis: What Is This Condition; Know Symptoms & Treatment

Lili Reinhart has opened up about a deeply personal chapter of her life, confirming that she has been diagnosed with endometriosis following a recent laparoscopic procedure. The Riverdale and Chemical Hearts star shared the news through an emotional social media post, accompanied by photos of herself recovering in a hospital bed.

A journey marked by misdiagnosis and persistence

Reinhart explained that receiving clarity on her health was far from simple. Over the past year, she was previously told she had interstitial cystitis, a chronic bladder condition without a cure. Her symptoms persisted, pushing her to advocate for herself.

She said she insisted on getting an MRI, which eventually revealed adenomyosis, a related condition where uterine tissue grows into the muscular wall of the uterus. This led her to consult an endometriosis specialist who recommended laparoscopic surgery as the next step.

Despite this, another gynecologist dismissed the possibility of endometriosis and advised her to simply take birth-control pills. Reinhart shared her frustration with the conflicting opinions, emphasizing the importance of listening to her body, “I’m glad I trusted myself and will always encourage others to do the same.”

Support pours in from fans and celebrities

The actress’s candid revelation sparked an outpouring of solidarity online. Fans flooded her comments with their own stories of medical dismissal and difficult diagnoses.

Celebrities also stepped forward with messages of empathy and shared experience. Rachel Zegler called out the rampant “medical gaslighting” women often face.

Eiza Gonzalez revealed she has also been diagnosed with endometriosis and adenomyosis, describing years of distress that doctors had overlooked. Their responses highlighted a growing conversation around women’s health, and the frequent battle to be taken seriously when seeking medical care.

What is Endometriosis? Know Symptoms

Endometriosis is a chronic condition in which tissue resembling the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. These growths can appear on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, and other pelvic organs. Common symptoms include:

-Severe menstrual cramps

-Pelvic pain

-Pain during intercourse

-Digestive discomfort

-Fertility challenges

The condition affects millions of women worldwide, yet diagnosis can take years due to symptom overlap and inconsistent medical recognition.

Treatments available:

Hormonal Treatments

These aim to slow or stop the growth of endometrial-like tissue.

-Birth-control pills (combined or progestin-only)

-Hormonal IUDs (like Mirena)

-GnRH agonists/antagonists (create temporary “medical menopause”)

-Progestin therapy (pills or injections)

Surgical Options

-Laparoscopic excision or ablation: removes or destroys endometriosis -esions

-Endometrioma removal: cysts on ovaries

-Hysterectomy (in severe cases where other treatments fail)

Lifestyle + Supportive Therapies

-Anti-inflammatory diet

-Regular exercise

-Heat therapy (heating pads)

-Pelvic floor physiotherapy

-Stress management techniques

Published on: Friday, December 12, 2025, 06:10 PM IST