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Endometriosis is a common women’s health problem, but it often goes undiagnosed. Endometriosis occurs when the endometrial cells, which normally line the inside of the uterus, grow outside the uterus in other areas of the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

These misplaced endometrial cells can form endometriosis lesions or abnormal growths, leading to various symptoms and complications.<\/span> Endometriosis<\/span><\/a> symptoms often vary between patients and are sometimes too easy to dismiss as a \u201cnormal\u201d part of womanhood.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While mild cramping around your period is normal as your uterus contracts to expel its lining, the pain shouldn’t be so severe that it keeps you from your day-to-day activities. However, many women assume that their pain is to be expected and just try to get on with their lives as best they can.<\/span><\/p>\n

Are you experiencing pelvic pain, heavy periods, or discomfort during intercourse? You may be dealing with endometriosis. Schedule a consultation with one of our expert physicians at Maiden Lane Medical to learn more about how you can manage your symptoms and find relief from pain. Contact us today!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

PELVIC PAIN<\/b><\/h3>\n

Pelvic pain<\/span><\/a> due to endometriosis is caused by the endometrial tissue that forms on your other organs. The misplaced endometrium irritates the affected tissue and organs, causing inflammation and pain. You might have severe cramping with your menstrual period, at other points during your menstrual cycle, or you might have continuous or chronic pelvic pain.<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, the endometrial tissue grows and swells with your menstrual cycle, just like the tissue that lines your uterus. However, when the time comes to shed your lining, the abnormal tissue is often in places where it can’t easily leave your body.<\/span><\/p>\n

Endometriosis also causes scarring. Scar tissue is usually tighter and less flexible than healthy tissue, which can also cause pain.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

PAINFUL INTERCOURSE<\/b><\/h3>\n

Endometriosis vaginal pain can also occur during sexual intercourse. If you have abnormal tissue or related scarring on your rectum, cervix, or behind your vaginal wall, the movements of sex can stretch and irritate your tissue. Additionally, many of the hormonal treatments for endometriosis can cause vaginal dryness. Vaginal dryness increases your risk of tissue irritation and<\/span> pain during sex<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1599169957270{margin-right: 30px !important;margin-bottom: 30px !important;margin-left: 30px !important;padding-top: 30px !important;background-color: #761c97 !important;}”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Find out how our doctors can help you<\/h5>\n

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