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Endometriosis is hard to find details on, but I found that these two articles are extremely helpful in providing some clarity. Alongside the summaries and diagrams, the full articles are linked for further research.

Cleveland Clinic Article

This article has tons of detailed information, but keep in mind some is more extreme than what normally occurs. Though endometriosis can expand into something much worse, in many cases women suffer with tinier symptoms without knowing it falls under this condition.

Endometriosis is a long-term, inflammatory condition that can progress over time and vary widely in severity, sometimes worsening without consistent management. The article emphasizes that the condition is often underdiagnosed or diagnosed years after symptoms begin, partly because definitive diagnosis usually requires a laparoscopic surgical procedure, not just imaging or exams. Endometriosis can also lead to complications such as scar tissue (adhesions), organ distortion, and infertility, depending on where the tissue grows. While there is no cure, treatment focuses on managing inflammation, slowing disease progression, and preserving quality of life, and care often needs to be individualized and adjusted over time as symptoms and life goals (like fertility) change.

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World Health Organization (WHO)

Endometriosis is a chronic disease affecting about 10% of people of reproductive age worldwide (around 190 million), in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, causing inflammation, scar tissue, and a wide range of symptoms such as severe menstrual pain, chronic pelvic pain, heavy bleeding, pain during intercourse, bowel or urinary discomfort, bloating, nausea, fatigue, and troubles with fertility.

It can occur inside and, in rare cases, outside the pelvis, and while there’s no known cure or way to prevent it, treatments—including pain medication, hormonal therapies, and surgery—focus on managing symptoms and improving quality of life. Diagnosis is often delayed due to variable symptoms and limited awareness, especially in many countries with fewer healthcare resources.

Endometriosis also has significant social, economic, and mental health impacts, and improving early diagnosis, care access, and awareness is a global health priority.

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Mayo Clinic Explains