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Q: What is endometriosis?
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Founded in 1992, Jean Hailes for Women's Health reflects the enduring legacy that Dr Jean Hailes made to women’s health. Jean had a far-sighted vision ... View profileEndometriosis is a common condition, affecting up to 10 per cent of females of reproductive age. In endometriosis, the tissue that normally lines the uterus (also called the endometrium) is found in sites outside the uterine cavity, such as the ovaries, peritoneum (tissue lining the pelvis), bladder, and bowel. Endometriosis is responsible for pelvic pain, infertility and negatively affecting health quality of life.
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