what is endo
Endometriosis, sometimes called endo, is a common health problem in women. It gets its name from the word endometrium, (en-doh-MEE-tree-um) the tissue that normally lines the uterus or womb. Endometriosis happens when this tissue grows outside of your uterus and on other areas in your body where it doesn't belong.ymptoms of endometriosis can include: 1  Pain. 2  This is the most common symptom. 3  Women with endometriosis may have many different kinds of pain. 4  These include: 5  Very painful menstrual cramps. 6  The pain may get worse over time. 7  Chronic (long-term) pain in the lower back and pelvis.