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ENDOMETRIOSIS: LADIES GATHER HERE
Endometriosis happens when the tissue that lines the inside of the uterus grows outside it. This tissue acts the same way that the tissue inside the uterus does during your period: It will break apart and bleed at the end of the cycle. But this blood has nowhere to go. Surrounding areas may become inflamed or swollen. It may also form scars. Endometriosis is most common on your ovaries but other organs like the urinary bladder and the large intestines may also be affected.

What are the symptoms of Endometriosis?
You might not notice any symptoms. When you have them, they can include: back pain during your period, severe menstrual cramps, pain when pooping or peeing, especially during your period, unusual or heavy bleeding during periods,
blood in your stool or urine, diarrhoea or constipation, painful s*x, fatigue that won’t go away, and difficulties getting pregnant.

What causes Endometriosis?
We don’t know for sure what causes endometriosis. Some think menstrual blood that contains cells from the inner lining of the uterus may pass back through your fallopian tubes and into your pelvis, where the cells stick to your organs. This is called reverse (retrograde) menstruation. Genes could also play a role. If your mother or sister has endometriosis, you’re more likely to get it. It has been observed shown that it tends to get worse from one generation to the next. Some women with endometriosis also have immune system disorders. But the relationship with immune system disorders is still not clear.

What are the complications of Endometriosis?
Severe endometriosis pain can affect your quality of life. Some women struggle with anxiety or depression. Almost 40% of women who have difficulties getting pregnant have endometriosis. It has been observed that inflammation damages the s***m or egg or makes it harder for them to move. Or scars might block your fallopian tubes that is why in some cases surgery may boost your fertility. It may also raise your risk of ovarian cancer or another cancer called endometriosis-associated adenocarcinoma.

How is Endometriosis diagnosed?
After taking a careful history your doctor will examine you looking for masses and characteristic abnormalities around your uterus. He/she will order a full blood could because you have might have been losing a lot of blood. Then your doctor will send you for imaging (could be ultrasound, or CT scan or MRI depending on what you can afford). To be absolutely sure your doctor will order a laparoscopy (here they make a small hole on your abdomen and push in a small camera for direct visualisation) and biopsy.

How is Endometriosis Treated?
Endometriosis has no cure but medical treatment is available and depending on severity your doctor may consider taking you for surgery. Whatever the case, if you suspect you could have endometriosis do not delay to see your doctor. Call us +260 770031234 or visit your nearest hospital.
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