Nutrition and Pain Management in Endometriosis

Nutrition and Pain Management in Endometriosis By Ayse Ayhan

Many women with endometriosis turn to dietary changes to help manage pain and improve daily functioning, often in the absence of clear clinical guidance. In a narrative review published in Advances in Physiology Education, Dr. Redman and colleagues examine the…

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Gut Microbiota and Endometriosis; new kid on the block!

Gut Microbiota and Endometriosis; new kid on the block! By Nasuhi Engin Aydin

Dr. Anjeza Xholli and colleagues from the University of Genova, Italy, conducted a comprehensive review on the potential impact of gut microbiota on gastrointestinal symptoms in endometriosis patients, publishing their findings in Pharmaceuticals, in the leadership of Dr.Cagnacci. Approximately 90% of…

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Small chain fatty acids produced by gut microbiota: Could that be the missing milestone for endometriosis

Small chain fatty acids produced by gut microbiota: Could that be the missing milestone for endometriosis By Bahar Yuksel

Endometriosis is a worldwide problem but still, the underlying mechanism and optimal treatment options are controversial. In the study conducted by Sangappa B Chadchan et al., the researchers investigated the possible relationship between gut microbiota and endometriosis. A study published…

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Antibiotic therapy for endometriosis

Antibiotic therapy for endometriosis By Yu Yu

Current treatments for endometriosis are surgery and hormone therapy; however, these approaches may have significant side effects and do not prevent a recurrence. Therefore, alternative treatment modalities for endometriosis is needed. Recently, the idea that endometriosis may be influenced by…

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Irritable bowel syndrome and endometriosis.

Irritable bowel syndrome and endometriosis. By Dr. Youngran Park

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and endometriosis are two diseases affecting a significant part of the female population, either together or individually, with remarkable consequences in the quality of life. Several studies suggest an epidemiological association between them. Their association may…

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