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Endometriosis comes from the word endometrium. It is the lining in the uterus that the female body produces each month in case of egg implantation. Many times the endometrial tissue passes through the end of the fallopian tube & into the abdomen. Hormones made in the next menstrual cycle create an environment for the extra mass to grow, which later sheds off like other tissue in the uterus.
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Although the bleeding & removal of tissue from the body does not take place, that causes inflammation and irritation of local tissue. Endometriosis may grow on the outside of your uterus, ovaries and tubes, and even your bladder and intestines.
It is a very common condition affecting 1 in 10 women. Endometriosis affects women in their reproductive years(15-45 years).
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Yes, you can get pregnant even with endometriosis, but the chance of conception is less as the endometrial tissue may inhibit conception. Women with mild to moderate endometriosis conceive naturally, and women with severe endometriosis symptoms face difficulty conceiving naturally and look for fertility treatments.
Changing your lifestyle and eating habits can greatly help improve fertility for women with endometriosis. Focus on eating healthy, anti-inflammatory foods that give your body good nutrition. Regular exercise and getting enough sleep can help you maintain a healthier lifestyle and increase your chances of getting pregnant. Staying calm and reducing your coffee intake can also help you get pregnant. You can also try medical treatments like a minor surgery to remove extra tissue, IUI and IVF. These treatments are effective and may help you conceive.
Fertility issues are mainly due to the type and location of the endometriosis. However, moderate to severe endometriosis may lead to fertility issues in women. At these stages, physical distortions occur, which may block the fallopian tubes, disrupt ovulation, and inhibit the sperm from reaching the eggs.
Fertility issues are quite common with endometriosis, as it makes conception challenging. Nearly 30-50 per cent of women with endometriosis suffer from fertility problems and face difficulty in conceiving naturally. Also, almost 25 to 50 per cent of women with fertility issues have endometriosis.
