Endometriosis is a medical condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (endometrium) grows outside the uterus, often on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, the outer surface of the uterus, and sometimes other organs in the pelvis. This tissue still behaves like uterine lining: it thickens, breaks down, and bleeds with each menstrual cycle, but unlike normal menstruation, the blood has no way to exit the body, which can lead to inflammation, pain, and scar tissue formation (adhesions).
Symptoms vary widely; some people have mild symptoms, others severe. Common ones include:
The exact cause is unknown, but several theories exist:
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