What is Endometriosis?

Endometrial tissue is usually only found in the womb. Endometrial tissue found elsewhere in the body responds to hormones as it would in the womb. The tissue swells, breaks down and bleeds and is unable to pass from the body during menstruation. Instead the surrounding tissue becomes inflamed and causes pain, often leading to scarring.

Symptoms of endometriosis
- pain in your lower tummy or back (pelvis) that usually gets worse during your period
- intense period pain that interrupts your day-to-day activities
- pain during and/or after sex
- pain when urinating or passing stools during your period
- sickness, upset stomach or blood in your urine during your period
fertility problems

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