Endometriosis Articles

IVF and endometriosis-associated infertility

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In vitro fertilization success rates for women with endometriosis are about 22% per month.

Ovarian induction + IUI for endometriosis-associated infertility

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Some studies have shown that ovarian hyperstimulation protocols, which induce the ovaries to develop and release several oocytes...

Endometriosis and infertility

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In normal couples, the rate of pregnancy is about 20% per month. In women with endometriosis, the rate of pregnancy drops to a 5 to 10% chance per month.

What are the treatments for endometriosis?

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Endometriosis is not curable but there are treatments available to reduce symptoms. Treatment options for endometriosis include oral medication and/or surgery.

How is endometriosis diagnosed?

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Only a procedure called a laparoscopy can confirm diagnosis of endometriosis. There are no blood tests or imaging studies that can accurately diagnose endometriosis.

What are the risk factors for endometriosis?

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Age, genetics, and environmental triggers play a role in increasing the risk of endometriosis. Increased exposure to menstruation, such as early menarche or having longer periods, appears to increase endometriosis risk.

What are the symptoms of endometriosis?

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Endometriosis symptoms can vary among women. Some women may have no symptoms of endometriosis. For women with symptoms, pelvic pain can be mild to severe.

What are the causes of endometriosis?

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Some researchers believe that endometrial tissue travels backwards through the fallopian tubes during a menstrual cycle and becomes implanted in the fallopian tubes or ovaries

What is endometriosis?

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Endometriosis is the abnormal growth of endometrial tissue outside of the uterus. Normally, endometrium cells grow on the walls of the uterus and shed during the menstrual period.