Educating women about endometriosis and its effects on fertility is essential for early detection and treatment. Awareness can lead to earlier diagnosis, more effective treatment, and better results for women with this condition. Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue similar to the uterine lining, known as endometrium, grows outside the uterus.
This can lead to chronic pain, inflammation, and the development of scar tissue. Endometriosis affects an estimated 10% of women of reproductive age, yet knowledge of the condition is very low, which leads to delayed diagnosis and treatment. Dr Santosh Gupta- Fertility Specialist at Nova IVF Fertility, Koramangala, Bengaluru shares how to educate women about endometriosis and symptoms of women's fertility.
Understanding Endometriosis Endometriosis occurs when endometrial-like tissue appears on other organs within the pelvis, such as the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and pelvic lining. In rare cases, it can extend beyond the pelvic region. This tissue acts like regular endometrial tissue during menstrual cycles—it thickens, breaks down, and bleeds.
However, unlike normal endometrial tissue, which exits the body after menstruation, this displaced tissue has no way out to leave the body, resulting in discomfort, cysts, scar tissue, and adhesion. Impact on Fertility Endometriosis can have significant effects on fertility. The condition may produce obstructions in the fallopian tubes, preventing the egg and sperm from meeting.
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