Surgical vs. Natural Menopause in Endometriosis

Surgical vs. Natural Menopause in Endometriosis By Selma Oransay

Endometriosis is a chronic, progressive inflammatory disease that causes pelvic pain, painful menstruation, painful intercourse, and infertility. In many cases, surgery is considered due to persistent symptoms, resistance to medical therapy, or invasive disease progression. However, both the disease and…

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Endometriosis: Menopausal Hormonal Options Compared

Endometriosis: Menopausal Hormonal Options Compared By Selma Oransay

Endometriosis causes inflammation and often leads to reduced ovarian reserve. Women with endometriosis are at a higher risk of entering menopause earlier—either naturally or due to surgery. To help preserve ovarian function and manage symptoms, clinicians often prescribe long-term hormonal…

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Family history of endometriosis and its characteristics

 Family history of endometriosis and its characteristics By Selma Oransay

Depression and migraine are two familial disorders affected by menstrual cycle and endometriosis patients have an increased likelihood of suffering from these comorbidities. A correlation of endometriosis, migraine and depression has been already reporteed in the literature, however a link for…

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