Endometriosis

 

The lining of the uterus is called the endometrium. Sometimes, endometrial tissue grows elsewhere in the body, which is called endometriosis.
 
Endometrial tissue outside the uterus responds to changes in hormones. It breaks down and bleeds like the lining of the uterus during the menstrual cycle. The breakdown and bleeding of this tissue each month can cause scar tissue, called adhesions. Adhesions can cause pain. Sometimes, adhesions bind organs together.
 
The symptoms of endometriosis often worsen over time. In many cases, treatment may help keep the condition from getting worse.
 
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