Endometriosis
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a painful disorder in which endometrial tissue form the uterus spreads in the tubes and to the other parts of the pelvis.
How do I know if I have endometriosis?
The most common symptom of endometriosis is pelvic pain associated with periods. Many women experience cramping pain during periods but the ones who will have endometriosis will experience far more pain than usual. Other symptoms of endometriosis are as follows:
- Painful intercourse. Pain during or after intercourse (sex) is common with endometriosis.
- Pain with bowel movements or urination. You're most likely to experience these symptoms during a menstrual period.
- Excessive bleeding. You may experience occasional heavy menstrual periods or bleeding between periods (intermenstrual bleeding).
- Infertility. Sometimes, endometriosis is first diagnosed in those seeking treatment for infertility.
