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Endometriosis Awareness Month: Severe Period Pain Could Be Endometriosis
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Fertility Centers of Illinois

Mar 12, 2014, 10:00 ET

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Dr. Meike Uhler of Fertility Centers of Illinois
Dr. Meike Uhler of Fertility Centers of Illinois

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) March 12, 2014 -- For some 176 million women worldwide, severe pain during a monthly cycle may actually be caused by a painful, chronic disease called endometriosis. Endometriosis, of which there is no known cause or cure, can affect fertility, bowel function, gynecological health and most importantly, quality of life.

Millions of women around the world have endometriosis, and it is one of the most common causes of infertility. It is important that women and those close to them understand the disease, as well as how to alleviate symptoms and overcome infertility.

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"Millions of women around the world have endometriosis, and it is one of the most common causes of infertility," explains Dr. Uhler. "It is important that women and those close to them understand the disease, as well as how to alleviate symptoms and overcome fertility challenges."

Understanding Endometriosis:

Each month during menstruation, the endometrial lining found inside the uterus sheds from the body. When the endometrial tissue normally found inside the uterus grows outside the uterus or in other places of the body, it is known as endometriosis.

Each month, endometrial tissue continues to break down and shed as it would during a normal menstrual cycle. Without the ability to drain from the body as it would in normal menstruation, inflammation and pain result.

Endometrial growths have been found on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, on the outside of the uterus, lining the pelvic cavity and between the vagina and rectum. While rare, growths have also been found in the arm, thigh and lung.

How Endometriosis Affects Fertility:

Scarring and adhesions from endometriosis can restrict movement of the ovaries, change the position of the fallopian tubes and ovaries as well as block the fallopian tubes. Endometriosis can also increase production of prostaglandins and other hormones that can affect fertility. Roughly 35 to 50 percent of women diagnosed with endometriosis also have infertility, with endometriosis being one of the top three causes of female infertility.

To improve fertility, doctors can surgically remove adhesions and scar tissue. Stimulation of the ovaries with fertility medication and combined with in vitro fertilization will often overcome the impact of endometriosis on fertility without surgery. Approximately 60 to 70 percent of women with endometriosis conceive, and it is important to note that not all individuals with endometriosis are infertile.

7 Common Questions About Endometriosis:

1. How is endometriosis diagnosed?
Laparoscopy, a common surgical procedure with a camera that is inserted into the abdominal cavity to directly see endometrial growths, is needed for the diagnosis of endometriosis. Diagnoses can also be made through a biopsy of tissue samples.

2. What are common symptoms?
Symptoms include painful menstruation, pain during sexual activity, painful urination or bowel movements during menstruation, infertility, fatigue, recurrent yeast infections, chemical sensitivities, allergies, and gastrointestinal issues such as nausea, constipation and diarrhea.

3. Can only older women be diagnosed?
Endometrial tissue only forms in women with active ovarian hormone production, restricting diagnoses to women of reproductive age. Symptoms may arise during adolescence, but many women are not diagnosed until they are older.

4. What is the cause?
The cause of endometriosis remains unknown.

5. How many women have endometriosis?
Roughly 176 million women worldwide.

6. Is there a cure?
There is no known cure, but there are solutions available to alleviate symptoms.

7. How can you lessen symptoms?
Through hormonal treatments such as birth control pills, symptoms can be lessened but not eradicated. Symptoms tend to lessen during pregnancy.

Fertility Centers of Illinois is one of the leading fertility treatment practices in the United States, providing advanced reproductive endocrinology services in the Chicago area since 1976. FCI physicians, embryologists and support staff are stringently chosen based on educational background, medical skills and their ability to collaborate. With a team of 10 nationally and internationally recognized reproductive physicians who treat thousands of patients each year, the practice has earned a reputation for overcoming hard-to-solve fertility issues. FCI is dedicated to medical and clinical excellence and continues to invest in the latest technologies and research. FCI offers a comprehensive range of fertility treatment options including intrauterine insemination, in vitro fertilization, donor egg, gestational carrier, and preimplantation genetic diagnosis, as well as extensive resources to address financial and emotional needs. Fostering a culture for continuous innovation has made FCI home to the annual Midwest Reproductive Symposium which attracts experts in the field of reproductive endocrinology from around the world. FCI has 10 offices conveniently located throughout the Chicagoland area (Buffalo Grove, Chicago/River North, Crystal Lake, Glenview, Highland Park, Hoffman Estates, Lindenhurst, Warrenville, Oakbrook Terrace, and Orland Park). FCI is a member of the Attain Fertility Network which provides discounted fertility treatment programs. For more information call 877.324.4483 or visit http://www.fcionline.com.

Gina Kremer, Fertility Centers of Illinois, +1 8473610506, [email protected]

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