Endometriosis
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Endometriosis Symptoms
Symptoms of endometriosis include:
Lower abdominal pain
Heavy vaginal bleeding
Painful menstrual periods
Prolonged menstrual periods
Chronic pelvic pain
Chronic low back pain
Pain during intercourse
Painful bowel movements
Infertility
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Last Updated: Apr 18, 2008
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Endometriosis References:
Moore J, Copley S, Morris J, Lindsell D, Golding S, Kennedy S. A systematic review of the accuracy of ultrasound in the diagnosis of endometriosis. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2002 Dec;20(6):630-4.
Schroder AK, Diedrich K, Ludwig M. Medical management of endometriosis: a systematic review. IDrugs. 2004 May;7(5):451-63.
Wykes CB, Clark TJ, Khan KS. Accuracy of laparoscopy in the diagnosis of endometriosis: a systematic quantitative review. BJOG. 2004 Nov;111(11):1204-12.
