Endometriosis Endometriosis is a disorder characterized by the migration of endometrial tissue to locations other than the lining of the uterus. The migrated tissue responds to the monthly hormonal cycle by swelling, bleeding and fragmenting in the same fashion as endometrial tissue does within the lining of the uterus. This migrated tissue has no means of exiting the body and therefore remains to irritate and inflame surrounding organs and tissues. This disease may also affect the large intestine and bladder. Predisposing factors for the disease include a positive family history and delayed childbearing.
Endometriosis can be mild to severe with symptoms that relate to affected pelvic organs.
The primary symptoms of endometriosis are pelvic pain and infertility. Dysmenorrhea , irregular menstruation , gastrointestinal symptoms associated with menses and abdominal bloating are also associated with endometriosis. Consult your conventional medicine physician for diagnosis, treatment and coordination of care for endometriosis. Once a diagnosis of endometriosis is made, the natural remedies of alternative therapies may be a very beneficial complement to your physician 's treatment plan. Read about them here and then discuss with your doctor to determine if they might be helpful.