Endometriosis impacts millions of people in the United States. A diagnosis of this condition may feel daunting, but the best tool at your disposal is education. Let’s dispel some endometriosis myths and give you the accurate information you need to care for yourself. Myth: I Can Prevent Endometriosis There’s no clear cause for endometriosis, so
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Endometriosis is a disease in which endometrial-like tissue grows beyond the uterus, and implants on other organs such as the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and the abdomen. Unfortunately, the symptoms of endometriosis resemble those of other diseases such as irritable bowel disease (IBD), or are commonly mistaken as typical signs of menstruation. The confusion around endometriosis
It’s estimated that approximately 30% to 50% of women struggling with infertility have endometriosis. In fact, many women first discover that they have the condition when seeking fertility care after unsuccessfully trying to conceive. Like many disorders, endometriosis affects bodies differently and can cause infertility in a variety of ways. Endometriosis occurs when the lining
Approximately 11% of women in the United States have endometriosis, a reproductive condition in which tissue from the uterus (endometrium) grows outside the womb. This condition is often painful and has been linked to fertility problems. In spite of its prevalence, the condition is notorious for being plagued by myths and misconceptions, making it difficult
Are you considering a visit to PGOMG? Often, patients will contact our office with questions about whether an appointment is required to assess a symptom they’re experiencing. They are hoping we’ll say no, and that the issue will resolve itself in a few days. And sometimes that is the case. More often than not, however,
Endometriosis is a notoriously under-diagnosed disease. Endometriosis awareness and education is still underwhelming, and most women are unaware of its symptoms despite its prevalence – an estimated one out of every 10 women are affected by it, but few receive an adequate diagnosis. What are some basic facts about endometriosis? It can be found in women
We get it – sometimes the last thing any woman wants to do when PMS hits is head to the gym. You have cramps, you feel bloated, your stomach may be a bit upset, and your back hurts, so who wants to put on sneakers and go for a run? Finding the motivation to be
How much period pain is too much? Women are used to living with the pain and discomfort that comes with their periods. We expect cramping, bloating, fatigue, and maybe even nausea and an upset stomach. We all have our list of PMS symptoms that we anticipate for a few days each month, and we are
Endometriosis is a condition which occurs when tissue that would normally grow inside a woman’s uterus exists outside the uterus. This change in tissue location may seem inconsequential, but it can actually greatly affect a woman’s daily routine, particularly during menstruation or while attempting to conceive. Endometriosis has a reputation for being difficult to diagnose,
Endometriosis affects more than 200 million worldwide, and over 5 million women in the United States alone. On March 13, 2014, the first Worldwide Endo March will take place in over fifty-three cities in forty-five countries all over the world. The aim of the Endo March is: “To unite women and their supporters to take
