Endometriosis
Evidence: Unconfirmed
Names
Adenomyometritis
Adenomyosis
Adenomysis uteri
Endometriosis
Endometriosis Uterina
Description
A disorder where the tissue that normally lines the uterus grows outside of the uterus. The tissue can grow on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, outer wall of the uterus, intestines, or other organs in the belly.
Patient Groups
Bloggers
Prevalence
US Cases: 787,000 - 825,000 [Eisenberg 2017]. 10.5 to 11.0 cases per 1,000 in women of childbearing age (75 million in the US).
Typical Age of onset
Age of onset is not clear because research indicates it can take an average of 7 years from the onset of symptoms to the diagnosis of the disease. Researchers believe the age of onset is typically from 15 to 35 years of age (Global Study of Women's Health).
Symptoms
Painful periods (dysmenorrhea)
Pain during or after intercourse
Pain with bowel movements or urination
Excessive bleeding
Infertility
Fatigue, diarrhea, constipation, constipation, bloating or nausea during menstrual periods
Source: Mayo Clinic
