Endometriosis is a medical condition where the tissue lining the uterus (the endometrium, from endo, "inside", and metrium, "mother") migrates to or generates in other parts of the body. The condition can lead to serious health complications including:
* chronic pain of the lower abdomen and the pelvis
* pianful intercourse (dyspareunia)
* abnormal and/or painful menstruation
* infertility or impairment of fertility
* damage to other internal organs, notably the intestines and/or the bladder
While endometriosis is generally confined to women in the reproductive years, it has occurrred after the menopause.In very rare cases, endometriosis has been known to occur in the prostate in men who are on high dose estrogen treatment.
Endometriosis
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- Endometriosis Awareness and Information
- This site is dedicated to raising awareness regarding the disease Endometriosis.
- Endometriosis - Diagnosis, Symptoms and signs
- Detailed information about endometriosis and its diagnosis, symptoms and signs
- Endometriosis: Interactive Support & Information
- Information about endometriosis, message board, listing of clinical trials.
- A Woman's Guide to Overcoming Endometriosis
- Atlanta Reproductive Healthcare Centre's endometriosis resource page. Frequently asked questions and numerous articles.
- Endometriosis Association
- Non-profit organization dedicated to providing information and support to women with endometriosis, educating the public as well as the medical community about the disease, and conducting and promoting research related to endometriosis. Site provides information on symptoms, causes and treatments, support groups and chat room.
- Dr. Cook's Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Information Center
- A comprehensive endometriosis site, including an endometriosis glossary, pictures, video clips and answers to many questions regarding the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis.
- Endometriosis Research Center
- ERC is a non-profit research & resource center for endometriosis and other women's health issues. Focus is on support, education and treatment.
- Endometriosis
- Provides information on symptoms, diagnosis, pain management, medical treatments, alternative therapies, a letter that can be given to friends or family to help them understand and a list of doctors in Canada who treat endometriosis.
- The Institute for the Study and Treatment of Endometriosis
- ISTE is a non-profit organization promoting research, education and clinical advances in endometriosis.
- Center for Endometriosis Care
- Founded to diagnose, treat, and educate women with endometriosis. Free literature and a newsletter are available. Located in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Obgyn.net - Endometriosis Pavilion
- The Endometriosis Pavilion is for the people who suffer with and treat endometriosis. It provides resources that are available for women, their loved ones, and medical professionals interested in living with and conquering Endometriosis.
- Endo-Online
- Details about the Endometriosis Association, a non-profit self-help organization dedicated to providing support, education, and research to those affected by this disease.
- The SHE Trust - Simply Holistic Endometriosis
- Information for endometriosis sufferers about alternative therapies available.
- Women's Surgery Group: Endometriosis
- Detailed information about endometriosis and its treatment.
- alt.med.endometriosis FAQs
- FAQs from the newsgroup alt.med.endometriosis.
- Veritas Medicine - Endometriosis
- Clinical trial listings and in-depth treatment information about this condition. Perform a personalized search to find ongoing clinical trials that match your needs.
- Endometriosis Association (Vic) - Home Page
- Australian site (Victoria) with comprehensive glossary, explanations and links.
- The Endometriosis Zone
- Resources and forums on endometriosis and pelvic pain. Includes scientific research, congress reporting, education, images of endometriosis, coping tips, and treatment options.
- Endometriosis Pavilion - OBGYN.net
- Site offers Medical Professionals and women worldwide, the latest news and information on ednometriosis - its causes and possible treatments.
- Giving Endometriosis a Face
- Aims to letting the world know that real women with real lives suffer from endometriosis and to provide support to the those who suffer in silence.
- Endo Sisters' Survival Kit
- This kit represents the combined efforts of many wonderful women who suffer from this disease. It provides various sources of information for those suffering from endometriosis.
- Endometriosis Help
- Information about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Monthly email newsletter.
- What You Should Know About Endometrial Ablation
- Dr. Lamar Robinson, M.D., Dallas, Texas, describes this alternative to hysterectomy.
- Endometriosis.org
- Information on treatment including medical, surgical and alternative medicine and links to support groups everywhere.
- Endometriosis
- Article by Dr. Jaime Vasquez discussing the possible causes of endometriosis, common myths about the disease and treatment options.
- Allexperts: Endometriosis Q&A
- Doctors and other specialists answer medical questions about endometriosis confidentially and for free.
- Helica Instruments
- Produces a low power treatment specifically designed for keyhole surgery which can successfully treat endometriosis.
- Woman's Diagnostic Cyber: Adenomyosis
- Cause, description, and treatment of adenomyosis (endometriosis interna).
- Empty Arms
- Dealing with endometriosis and infertility in the U.K. Symptoms, treatment options, and personal stories.
- British United Provident Association: Endometriosis
- Fact sheet on causes, symptoms and treatment of endometriosis. Can also be downloaded in Acrobat format.
- The National Endometriosis Society
- Information about the UK's society for endometriosis sufferers. Contains contact details and a message board, as well as information about the disease and the society.
- EndometriosisUSA.com
- Information about endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain. Has a multiple of approaches & treatment options from which to choose.
- WomensHealthChannel
- Endometriosis affects 10 to 15% of all women and is a chronic and sometimes painful condition that can lead to infertility.
- Kathie's Pain - Endometriosis Information and Research
- Offers details about this disease, study information and a questionnaire.
- Endometriosis Resource
- Serving those with endometriosis since 1995, this site contains information on all facets of the disease, from symptoms to treatment to support.
- Jen's Adenomyosis Page
- Provides education and support for others wanting to learn more about this disease. Includes a support group and links.
- Endometriosis
- An description followed by links to information, diagnosis, treatment resources for this disorder.
- Pain Relief at Twelve
- This site is dedicated to women's health. You will find valuable information relating to endometriosis. You will also find the relationship between this disease, pain and migraines.
- Health Link MCW
- Offers treatment and research related to Endometriosis.
- Kristi's Endometriosis Site
- Provides the authors personal struggle with Endo., along with symptoms, medicines available, books and a poem written about this disease.
- WebMD Health
- Offers consumer health information on endometriosis.
- Signs and Symptoms of Endometriosis
- Do you suspect you have endometriosis? Read about the signs and symptoms of endometriosis.
- Endometriosis and Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Dr. Donnica Moore discusses endometriosis and irritable bowel syndrome, their similarities and symptoms.
- MerckSource - Endometriosis
- Review diagrams and find information, including its causes and symptoms.
- Endometriosis and Environmental Toxins
- Endometriosis caused by dioxins and PCBs. Monkeys given dioxin came down with endometriosis.
- Women's Therapeutic Institute: Natural Remedies for Endometriosis
- Peter Eckhart, MD recommends using natural Progesterone and avoiding chemicals that mimic estrogen to help endometriosis as an alternative to surgery or prescription drugs.
- Antidote for Adenomyosis
- Smith, MD reviews the latest research on the cause of adenomyosis, and John Lee, MD's success in treating it naturally.
- eMedicine Health - Endometriosis
- Consumer health resource center providing an overview of endometriosis and its causes, symptoms and treatment.
- Endo-resolved
- A comprehensive support and advice resource for sufferers of Endometriosis. Advises on healing and how to reduce symptoms by natural treatments and diet, including a motivational newsletter and message board.
- Institute for Female Alternative Medicine: Endometriosis
- Information about symptoms, diagnosis and surgical and non-surgical treatments for endometriosis.
- Endometriosis-Associated Infertility
- Information about endometriosis, its possible causes and management of endometriosis associated infertility.
- Endometrium.org
- Focuses on diagnosis of premalignant endometrial disease. Image and genetic analysis database with diagnostic tutorials.
- Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Endometriosis
- Resource to help you understand and overcome infertility associated with endometriosis.
- Endo No More
- An MSN Community for women suffering from Endometriosis. Includes message boards, links, natural remedies and chat.
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