endometriosis

[en-doh-mee-tree-oh-sis]

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noun

Pathology.

the presence of tissue similar to the uterine lining outside of the uterus, especially in other pelvic organs such as the ovaries: characterized by cyst formation, adhesions, and pain.

endometriosis

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pathol the presence of endometrium in areas other than the lining of the uterus, as on the ovaries, resulting in premenstrual pain

endometriosis

A gynecologic disorder characterized by the abnormal presence of functional endometrial tissue outside the uterus, often resulting in pelvic pain and dysmenorrhea.

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First recorded in 1920–25; from New Latin; endometri(um) ( def. ) + -osis ( def. )

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“If you want to talk about endometriosis, how many endometriosis surgeries have you done?”

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Corinne also has endometriosis, which can make conceiving a child more difficult.

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A woman who struggled with undiagnosed endometriosis for 10 years has urged fellow sufferers not to suppress their health needs in the workplace.

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A new daily pill treating endometriosis has been approved for use on the NHS in England.

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Ms Bulloch's endometriosis eventually affected her bowel, appendix and left ovary.

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