In endometriosis, tissue that resembles the tissue that typically covers the inside of your uterus the endometrium grows outside your uterus. This condition is often very painful. Your ovaries, fallopian tubes, and the tissue lining your pelvis are the major areas affected by endometriosis. Endometriosis can hurt, and it can hurt a lot, particularly when a woman is menstruating. Additionally, fertility issues could arise from this condition.
Some symptoms include painful periods, pelvic pain, cramping, lower back, abdominal pain and pain during or after intercourse. Other symptoms include excessive bleeding, fatigue, bloating, nausea and constipation. Endometriosis can also cause infertility. Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr Leo Walker tells us more about the condition on Sunrise.
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