Endometriosis

Endometriosis is the name of a chronic condition characterized by the abnormal development of the endometrium – the tissue that grows inside the uterus- meaning that the tissue grows outside the uterus. The growth may occur on the ovaries, on the fallopian tubes, in the bladder, the bowel, near the rectum and other related sites. In other cases, the endometrial growth expands in the abdomen and- less commonly- the lungs. It was also noticed in the abdominal surgical scars, arms, and thighs. Symptoms

Endometriosis is an abnormal growth of endometrial cells it is most commonly found in the organs of the pelvis. Endometrial tissue is shed during each month during menstruation. Rarely endometriosis can occur outside of the pelvis. The surrounding tissue can become irritated and eventually be scrapping scar tissue and adhesions. Bands of fibrous tissue can cause tissues and organs stick to each other. Though the exact cause has never been identified, endometriosis is more common in women who experience

after a couple of weeks, Lupron injections for endometriosis, temporally shuts off the pituitary gland which prevents the ovary from releasing estrogen and progesterone; it puts a woman in a state of menopause (though temporal state), so the symptoms of endo are improved and the disorder spreads at a slower rate. Lupron treatment for endometriosis normally takes a period of six months; the doctor may put a patient on Lupron dose for endometriosis once monthly or after every three months. The dose

Endometriosis is a painful, yet should never be minimized. Is it usual that a teenager or women are able to experience cramps and discomfort during menstrual periods? “Yes”, however, when the cramps, increase with horrible pain, the bleeding does not stop after the menstrual period; it is a cause for a parent or woman to worry. The pain is unbelievable, it makes you sweat and many women who experience these would eventually get help and they discover that they have endometriosis. My story will be

Endometriosis Kandi K. Exposito Everest College Pharmacy Technician Course MOD F Endometriosis is a condition in which pieces of the tissue similar to the endometrium, which is the lining of the uterus, grow in other parts of the body. Just as the uterine lining sheds in response to monthly normal cycles, so does this misplaced tissue. Since there is no outlet for the blood which is discarded from the tissue buildup, it just falls onto surrounding organs causing swelling and inflammation

Overview of the Case Mrs C.P. is a 54-year-old Caucasian female came to the clinic with complaints of abnormal vaginal bleeding associated with abdominal bloating, swelling, painful bowel movements, pelvic pain during the menstrual cycle, painful intercourse, pain in the lower back, breast tenderness, nausea and vomiting. She is married, lives with her husband, and has no children. She does work for Lee County School Board at Lee County in Florida. She is an established patient at Millennium Physician

Endometriosis is a benign chronic gynaecological disease characterized by the presence of endometrium- like tissue-glands and stroma- outside the uterine cavity [1]. This condition may affect up to 10–15% of women in childbearing-age, causing pelvic pain [2], and infertility [3]. Although endometriosis was first reported by Carl von Rokitansky more than a hundred years ago [4], the pathogenesis of this condition is still not clear [5]. Sampson's theory of retrograde menstruation is probably the most

Endometriosis is a benign gynecological disorder characterized by the presence of cells of endometrial glands and stroma that grows outside the uterine cavity and is associated with pelvic pain and infertility. Ectopic endometrial tissue normally found in the pelvic cavity, but can also exist in all parts of the body. Signs and symptoms of endometriosis vary, tend to be progressive and recurrent and often creates difficulties for women and doctors (Fritz & Speroff, 2011). Until now, the etiology

Running Head: ENDOMETRIOSIS: THE NURSING PROCESS Abstract This paper will focus the nursing process of endometriosis, including the pathophysiology, etiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms, assessments, diagnostic testing, interventions, medications and teaching. Therapy for a client with endometriosis will be individualized depending upon the severity of the disease, however, the basic information will be covered here. Endometriosis: The Nursing Process

Endometriosis Endometriosis is a common health problem in women. Endometriosis happens when endometrium tissues grow outside of a women’s uterus, womb or other parts of the body (Eisenberg, 2014). This disease can affect any women at any given age so it is important to always consult with your doctor if you have severe pain during your menstrual cycle, bleeding and spotting between menstrual periods or digestive problems such as diarrhea, constipation, bloating or nausea during menstrual periods