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There are several known ways to diagnose a case of endometriosis. The most popular are laparoscopy and biopsy along with symptom history, ultrasound, MRI scans and gynecological examinations
There is no treatment yet that completely cures endometriosis so symptomatic treatment is the mainstay. This means a regimen of pain killers (analgesics; simple, compound and narcotic), hormonal therapy to control estrogen levels, progestin, birth control pills, GnRH-agonists and laparoscopic surgery.
The exact cause and mechanism of endometriosis is unknown. There are several theories that have been suggested but not yet proven. These include: metaplasia, hereditary, disturbances of the immune system and environmental toxins.
There are a variety of signs and symptoms of endometriosis. The most common of which is pain that is both severe and weakening, felt at any time but especially during or after sex and located in the bowel or lower back.
Another sign of endometriosis is called a “frozen pelvis.” This is an aberration of internal organs and structures in the pelvis due to scar tissue formation and adhesions leading to fusion of the organs. More symptoms are:
Endometriosis is the presence of tissue similar to the lining of the uterus present in the body at sites other than the uterus. It can occur in a wide variety of locations on the body. Some of the more popular sites for endometriosis include the pelvic cavity: the ovaries, fallopian tubes and pelvic sidewall.
Unfortunately, endometriosis does not just stop in those locations. There are many more locations where it can strike.
While it’s considered very rare, endometriosis can even strike inside the bladder, on the skin, or even in the lungs, spine and brain.