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.
- uterosacral ligaments
- Pouch of Douglas
- scars (caesarian-section scars, laparoscopy or laparotomy scars)
- Bladder, bowel, intestines, colon, appendix, and rectum.
While it’s considered very rare, endometriosis can even strike inside the bladder, on the skin, or even in the lungs, spine and brain.