Gender issues and the complicated nature of endometriosis have unfortunately resulted in the spread of many myths and misconceptions about a disease that affects an estimated 176 million women (and their families) globally. Here are some notable myths about endometriosis: No-one is too young to have endometriosis Too many doctors still believe that endometriosis is rare in teenagers and young…
Top Facts About Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a disorder in which tissue that resembles the uterine lining (known as “the endometrium”) is present outside the uterus, where it causes a chronic inflammatory reaction that can lead to scar tissue. It is primarily present on the peritoneum of the pelvis, the ovaries, the recto-vaginal septum, the bladder, and the colon. It has been identified on the…