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Endometriosis is a common and often painful disorder of the female reproductive system.
In this condition, a specialised type of tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus (the endometrium) becomes implanted outside the uterus, most commonly on the fallopian tubes, ovaries or the tissue lining the pelvis.The two most common symptoms of endometriosis are pain and infertility.
Follow the links below to find information about endometriosis.
Reviewed July 2008
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Hysterectomy and endometriosis - Q & A
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Better Health Channel
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This fact sheet lists your questions to our experts on hysterectomy, and their comprehensive answers.
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Jul 2008
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Endometriosis - causes and risk factors
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Better Health Channel
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Endometriosis is the growth of endometrial cells (from the lining of the uterus) outside the uterus. The exact cause is unknown, but researchers have proposed a number of theories. Endometriosis can cause numerous symptoms, including painful periods and fertility problems.
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Jul 2008
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Endometriosis - treatment options
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Better Health Channel
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Endometriosis is the growth of endometrial tissue (from the lining of the uterus) in places outside the uterus. Treatment options include surgery, hormone treatment and complementary therapies.
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Jul 2008
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Personal stories
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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A collection of personal stories from women living with endometriosis.
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Jul 2008
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Endometriosis
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Endometriosis, a common and often painful condition. It is thought to affect approximately 10 per cent of women (one in 10) at some stage during their menstruating years. It can occur anytime, from when periods start, right up to the time of menopause.
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Jul 2008
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Infertility - female
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Better Health Channel
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Around 40 per cent of fertility problems originate in the woman. Common difficulties include failure to ovulate, blockages in the fallopian tubes, and disorders of the uterus, such as fibroids or endometriosis. Treatment options include hormone therapy and surgery.
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Jun 2008
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Endometriosis
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of endometriosis written by professional medical specialists.
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Jun 2008
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Symptoms
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Endometriosis is where women`s menstrual cycles vary, and there are a wide variety of signs and symptoms.
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Mar 2008
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Natural therapies
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Complementary therapies, including herbal medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture and Chinese medicine, may help to manage the symptoms of medical treatments.
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Mar 2008
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Surgical treatment
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Surgery for endometriosis aims to remove as many implants, cysts, endometriomas and adhesions as possible, and to repair any damage caused by the condition.
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Mar 2008
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Hormonal therapies
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Hormone therapies may be used as a treatment in mild endometriosis or as an added or combined therapy prior to, or after, surgery, especially in moderate to severe forms.
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Mar 2008
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Managing symptoms
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Symptom management involves treating only the symptoms of endometriosis, usually the pain, without attempting to treat the underlying condition.
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Mar 2008
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Keeping a diary
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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If you think you may have endometriosis, keeping a diary of symptoms (when they started, timing and severity), is a good way to help your health practitioner or gynaecologist with the diagnosis.
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Mar 2008
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Lifestyle
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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For women with endometriosis, making some simple lifestyle changes can be very helpful in managing the condition.
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Mar 2008
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Pregnancy and infertility
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Infertility is present in about 30 per cent of women with endometriosis.
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Mar 2008
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Treatment
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Treatments can include surgery, hormonal therapies, natural therapies and lifestyle changes, as well as medicines for pain relief.
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Mar 2008
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Diagnosis
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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There is no simple test to diagnose the condition. The only sure way to diagnose endometriosis is by laparoscopy.
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Mar 2008
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About endometriosis
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Endometriosis, is where the tissue that normally lines the uterus (also called the endometrium) is found in sites outside the uterus.
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Mar 2008
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Endometriosis
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Endometriosis is a common and often painful disorder of the female reproductive system. The endometrium (the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus) becomes implanted outside the uterus, most commonly on the fallopian tubes, ovaries or the tissue lining the pelvis.
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Mar 2008
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Endometriosis
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Better Health Channel
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Endometriosis is a condition in which endometrium, the tissue that normally lines the womb (uterus), grows outside the uterus. Endometriosis may cause adhesions (fibrous scar tissue) on the uterus. It can also affect the ovaries, fallopian tubes and the bowel. Endometriosis may cause very painful periods.
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Nov 2007
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