Endometriosis
A disorder in which tissue similar to the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside the uterus in places where it doesn't belong.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging often required
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
With endometriosis, deposits of tissue that act just like the tissue lining the uterus develop outside the uterus. This tissue thickens, breaks down, and bleeds with each period. But the blood has no way to leave the body and becomes trapped.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
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Jul 27, 2022 · Endometriosis is a common condition where endometrial-like tissue grows outside your uterus.