Endometriosis & Adenomyosis

Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a condition that occurs when the uterine lining tissue grows outside of the uterus. Symptoms are variable, which may contribute to the 7 to 12 year delay in diagnosis, but are often debilitating and have a significant impact on the quality of life of the individual. 

Endometriosis is more than just a reproductive disorder, it involves the immune system, gut microbiome and nervous system and must be treated accordingly.

 

 

Common symptoms of endometriosis include:

• Painful periods: pelvic pain and cramping, lower back and abdominal pain
• Pelvic pain and cramping unrelated to menstruation
• Pain with bowel movements
• Excessive bleeding
• Infertility
• Digestive symptoms: constipation, diarrhoea, bloating & nausea
• Pain with intercourse
• Fatigue

Adenomyosis

Adenomyosis is a gynaecologic condition that causes endometrial tissue in the lining of the uterus to grow into the muscular wall of the uterus