Association between endometriosis and autoimmune disorders is not clear yet

Association between endometriosis and autoimmune disorders is not clear yet By Nasuhi Engin Aydin

Endometriosis is a common disorder that may affect up to 10% of women of reproductive age. The causes of endometriosis are largely unknown but abnormalities in immunity have been suggested to explain the origin of ectopic endometrial tissues. Evaluation of…

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Link Between Type of Endometriosis and Cancer

Link Between Type of Endometriosis and Cancer By Özge Özkaya

The type of endometriosis a woman has could determine her risk of gynecologic cancer, according to a study published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology. This is important because it means that those women who are at a higher risk…

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