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Endometriosis is a common medical condition affecting an estimated 89 million women of reproductive age around the world. With Endometriosis, tissue like that which lines the uterus (the endometrium, from endo, "inside", and metra, "womb") is found outside the womb in other areas of the body. Normally, the endometrium is shed each month through menses; however, with Endometriosis, the misplaced endometrium has no way of leaving the body. The tissues still break down and bleed, but result is far different in women and girls without the disease: internal bleeding, degeneration of blood and tissue shed from the growths, inflammation of the surrounding areas, and formation of scar tissue result. In addition, depending on the location of the growths, interference with the normal function of the bowel, bladder, intestines and other areas of the pelvic cavity can occur. Endometriosis has also been found lodged in the skin, the lungs, the diaphragm and even the brain.
Symptoms
A major symptom of endometriosis is pain, mostly in the lower abdomen, lower back, and pelvic area. The amount of pain a woman feels is not necessarily related to the extent or stage (1 through 4) of endometriosis. Some women will have little or no pain despite having extensive endometriosis affecting large areas or endometriosis with scarring. On the other hand, women may have severe pain even though they have only a few small areas of endometriosis.
Symptoms of endometriosis can include (but are not limited to):
- Painful, sometimes disabling menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea); pain may get worse over time (progressive pain)
- Chronic pain (typically lower back pain and pelvic pain, also abdominal)
- Painful intercourse (dyspareunia)
- Painful bowel movements or painful urination (dysuria)
- Heavy menstrual periods (menorrhagia)
- Nausea and vomiting
- Premenstrual or intermenstrual spotting (bleeding between periods)
- Infertility and subfertility. Endometriosis may lead to fallopian tube obstruction. Even without this, there may be difficulty conceiving. In some women, subfertility is the sole symptom, and the endometriosis is only discovered after fertility investigations.
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@DrOz:liked show. I have had endometriosis in the past, w/blood, pain, and other. had 3 surgeries, each 1 almost 1yr apart, w/tot hyst.#4.
DizzyDebi (Debbie Morris) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 23:27:24 -0000
@DrOz:liked show. I have had endometriosis in the past, w/blood, pain, and other. had 3 surgeries, each 1 almost 1yr apart, w/tot hyst.#4.
Yay dr oz is talking about endometriosis.
mckayla_murphy (McKayla Murphy) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 22:18:34 -0000
Yay dr oz is talking about endometriosis.
Finally a show talks about #Endometriosis, this disease causes such pain every day in my life! More research and awareness is needed!
ArmyWifeCandles (Caroline Ubbens) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 20:43:23 -0000
Finally a show talks about #Endometriosis, this disease causes such pain every day in my life! More research and awareness is needed!
DR OZ is talking about #ENDOMETRIOSIS on his show today! AWESOME
ArmyWifeCandles (Caroline Ubbens) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 20:42:29 -0000
DR OZ is talking about #ENDOMETRIOSIS on his show today! AWESOME
@bloodpainhope for clinical trials in endometriosis, see also: http://www.endometriosis.org/clinical_trials.html
Endometriosis (Endometriosis.org) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 20:16:59 -0000
@bloodpainhope for clinical trials in endometriosis, see also: http://www.endometriosis.org/clinical_trials.html
RT @TheFertilityDrs: Suffer from Endometriosis? Ur not alone! see the strides being taken against the disease in this Boston Globe piece ...
APFertilidade (APFertilidade) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 19:48:38 -0000
RT @TheFertilityDrs: Suffer from Endometriosis? Ur not alone! see the strides being taken against the disease in this Boston Globe piece ...
Information - Information about endometriosis, message board, listing of clinical trials.
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A Woman's Guide to Overcoming Endometriosis - Atlanta Reproductive Healthcare Centre's endometriosis resource page. Frequently asked questions and numerous articles.
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Relationship between endometriosis and infertility.
Georgia Reproductive Specialists 404-843-2229 info@ivf.com ]
alt.med.endometriosis FAQs - FAQs from the newsgroup alt.med.endometriosis.
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Antidote for Adenomyosis - Smith, MD reviews the latest research on the cause of adenomyosis, and John Lee, MD's success in treating it naturally.
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British United Provident Association: Endometriosis - Fact sheet on causes, symptoms and treatment of endometriosis. Can also be downloaded in Acrobat format.
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Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Endometriosis - Resource to help you understand and overcome infertility associated with endometriosis.
Center for Endometriosis Care - Founded to diagnose, treat, and educate women with endometriosis. Free literature and a newsletter are available. Located in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Dr. Cook's Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Information Center - A comprehensive endometriosis site, including an endometriosis glossary, pictures, video clips and answers to many questions regarding the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis.
Eliminate Endometriosis - Environmental cause of endometriosis is reviewed. Natural hormone solution is presented.
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eMedicine Health - Endometriosis - Consumer health resource center providing an overview of endometriosis and its causes, symptoms and treatment.
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Endo No More - An MSN Community for women suffering from Endometriosis. Includes message boards, links, natural remedies and chat.
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Endo-Online - Details about the Endometriosis Association, a non-profit self-help organization dedicated to providing support, education, and research to those affected by this disease.
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Endo-resolved - A comprehensive support and advice resource for sufferers of Endometriosis. Advises on healing and how to reduce symptoms by natural treatments and diet, including a motivational newsletter and message board.
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Endometriosis - Article by Dr. Jaime Vasquez discussing the possible causes of endometriosis, common myths about the disease and treatment options.
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Endometriosis and Environmental Toxins - Endometriosis caused by dioxins and PCBs. Monkeys given dioxin came down with endometriosis.
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Endometriosis and Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Dr. Donnica Moore discusses endometriosis and irritable bowel syndrome, their similarities and symptoms.
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Endometriosis Association - Non-profit organization dedicated to providing information and support to women with endometriosis, educating the public as well as the medical community about the disease, and conducting and promoting research related to endometriosis. Site provides information on symptoms, causes and treatments, support groups and chat room.
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Endometriosis Association (Vic) - Home Page - Australian site (Victoria) with comprehensive glossary, explanations and links.
Endometriosis Awareness and Information - This site is dedicated to raising awareness regarding the disease Endometriosis.
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Endometriosis Help - Information about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Monthly email newsletter.
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Endometriosis Pavilion - OBGYN.net - Site offers Medical Professionals and women worldwide, the latest news and information on ednometriosis - its causes and possible treatments.
Endometriosis Research Center - ERC is a non-profit research resource center for endometriosis and other women's health issues. Focus is on support, education and treatment.
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Endometriosis.org - Information on treatment including medical, surgical and alternative medicine and links to support groups everywhere.
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Endometriosis: Conquering the Silent Invader - Comprehensive information about endometriosis, its symptoms, theroetical causes, impact on fertility and treatment options.
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Endometrium.org - Focuses on diagnosis of premalignant endometrial disease. Image and genetic analysis database with diagnostic tutorials.
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Health Link MCW - Offers treatment and research related to Endometriosis.
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Helica Instruments - Produces a low power treatment specifically designed for keyhole surgery which can successfully treat endometriosis.
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Institute for Female Alternative Medicine: Endometriosis - Information about symptoms, diagnosis and surgical and non-surgical treatments for endometriosis.
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Pain Relief at Twelve - This site is dedicated to women's health. You will find valuable information relating to endometriosis. You will also find the relationship between this disease, pain and migraines.
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The Endometriosis Zone - Resources and forums on endometriosis and pelvic pain. Includes scientific research, congress reporting, education, images of endometriosis, coping tips, and treatment options.
The Institute for the Study and Treatment of Endometriosis - ISTE is a non-profit organization promoting research, education and clinical advances in endometriosis.
The National Endometriosis Society - Information about the UK's society for endometriosis sufferers. Contains contact details and a message board, as well as information about the disease and the society.
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The SHE Trust - Simply Holistic Endometriosis - Information for endometriosis sufferers about alternative therapies available.
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WebMD Health - Offers consumer health information on endometriosis.
What You Should Know About Endometrial Ablation - Dr. Lamar Robinson, M.D., Dallas, Texas, describes this alternative to hysterectomy.
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