Center for Young Women's HealthThere is no surgical cure for endometriosis, and if it is untreated it will grow, causing pain and lowering your chances of being able to become pregnant in the future. … read more
Articles Tagged: endometriosis
Endometriosis: Pain and Symptom Tracking
Keeping track of pelvic pain, menstrual cramps, and other symptoms such as pain when you pass urine or when you have a bowel movement is important. Be sure to write … read more
Endometriosis: Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need to have surgery and medicine for my endo? Endometriosis can only be diagnosed by laparoscopy. At the time of a laparoscopy, great care is taken to … read more
Endometriosis: General Information
What is endometriosis? Endometriosis, pronounced, “end–o–me–tree–o–sis” can affect girls of all ages. It is an inflammatory condition that occurs when tissue similar to the inside lining of the uterus is … read more
I’m 17 years old and I have painful periods. Is this normal or do I have any type of disease?
Mild discomfort during your period can be normal, but if your periods are so painful that you’re missing school as well as social events, and/or taking pain medication frequently to … read more
Painful Periods (Dysmenorrhea)
It’s common for many girls to have mild pain with their periods a couple of days each month. However, if your pain is not relieved with over-the-counter pain medicine, and … read more
Endometriosis: A Guide for Friends, Siblings, and Significant Others
Endometriosis is an inflammatory condition that occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus is found outside its normal location. Common locations of endometrial implants include the ovaries, … read more
Endometriosis: Glossary of Terms
Active Hormone Pill: An oral contraceptive pill that contains estrogen, progesterone, or both. Add–Back Therapy: Hormonal therapy prescribed to help females with the side effects of a class of medicine … read more
Endometriosis: Nutrition and Exercise
If you’ve been diagnosed with endometriosis, you may be wondering if there is anything you can do to feel better besides taking medication. Healthy nutrition and exercise play an important … read more
Píldoras Anticonceptivas: Usos Médicos
Frecuentemente se receta la píldora anticonceptiva a adolescentes y mujeres jóvenes como tratamiento para períodos irregulares o ausentes, para dolores menstruales, acné, Síndrome Premenstrual, endometriosis, Insuficiencia Ovárica Primaria, y para … read more
