Adhesions are abnormal bands of scar tissue that join together organs or parts of organs that are not normally joined together. They can be caused by […]
Read moreA hysterectomy may be carried out for a number of reasons. They include: Heavy or painful periods Some women naturally experience pain and lose a lot […]
Read moreIn vitro fertilization (IVF) is a treatment for infertility or genetic problems. Sometimes, IVF is offered as a primary treatment for infertility in women over age […]
Read moreThe endometrium is the inner lining of the uterus; it is where a fertilized egg will implant during the early days of pregnancy. The endometrium normally […]
Read moreSurgical treatment for endometriosis is usually carried out in one of the following situations: At the time of diagnosis for mild to moderate endometriosis If medical […]
Read moreA hysterectomy is a surgical procedure that removes the uterus. Surgeons have been performing hysterectomies since 1843. However, the procedure was revolutionized in 1989 when the […]
Read moreAlthough surgery doesn’t cure endometriosis, it does offer short-term results for most women and long-term relief for a few. Surgery may be recommended when: • Treatment […]
Read moreEndometriosis and Infertility Endometriosis is a disorder of the female reproductive system in which endometrial tissue (the normal lining of the uterus) is found outside the […]
Read moreAbnormal uterine bleeding can be caused by many different conditions. This topic review discusses the possible causes of abnormal bleeding. Most conditions that cause abnormal uterine […]
Read moreEndometriosis is present when the tissue that is similar to the lining of the uterus (womb) occurs outside this layer and causes pain and/or infertility. The […]
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