5 SYMPTOMS OF ENDOMETRIOSIS

Painful periods. Difficulty conceiving. These are just a few of the symptoms caused by endometriosis, a chronic disease that affects millions of women worldwide. It occurs when endometrium, the tissue that lines the uterus, is found in places where it shouldn’t be – namely, outside the uterus. It is most commonly found in the abdomen and pelvic cavity. Most women... read more »

ECTOPIC PREGNANCY: FERTILITY FACTS BY DR. SHAWN GURTCHEFF

Occurrence: An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants somewhere other than the normal uterine cavity. About 2% of pregnancies are found to be ectopic. An ectopic pregnancy most often (98% of the time) occurs in one of the fallopian tubes. This type is called a tubal pregnancy. Less commonly, an ectopic pregnancy may occur in the abdominal cavity,... read more »

THE FACTS ABOUT ENDOMETRIOSIS

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue from the lining of the uterus is found in other locations such as the pelvis. It affects one in ten women and often manifests during the reproductive years. For some it may continue on as late as menopause. The most common complaint from women struggling with endometriosis, is pelvic pain but most are also... read more »