Endometriosis (cont.)
IN THIS ARTICLE
- Endometriosis Overview
- Endometriosis Causes
- Endometriosis Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Endometriosis Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Medications
- Surgery
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
- For More Information
- Web Links
- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
- Viewer Comments: Endometriosis - Symptoms Experienced
When to Seek Medical Care
Because endometriosis is a chronic disease, it may come on gradually. A woman will want to schedule regular care with a women's care clinician or gynecologist (a physician who specializes in women's sexual organs). If the woman's pain changes dramatically over a short period of time or unexpected symptoms develop, it is reasonable to go to a hospital emergency department.
- In general, call a health care practitioner to investigate new or worsening pain associated with menstruation, sexual activity, or daily activities.
- Any pain that limits a woman's usual daily activities should be evaluated.
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Endometriosis - Symptoms Experienced
The eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:
The symptoms of endometriosis can vary greatly from patient to patient. What were your symptoms?
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Endometriosis, the presence of endometriumlike glands and stroma outside the uterus, is a common, poorly understood, and extremely debilitating benign gynecological condition.
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