Period pain? It might be endometriosis - Emily Flahive, CNM, DNP, ARNP and Jessica Gengler, MSPT

In this episode we're joined by Emily Flahive, CNM, DNP, ARNP and Jessica Gengler, MSPT to talk about endometriosis.

Endometriosis is a disorder where tissue like what is normally found inside the uterus- the endometrium- grows outside of the uterus. Endometriosis most commonly involves the ovaries, fallopian tubes and tissues lining the pelvis. It is possible, however, for endometrial tissue to spread beyond pelvic organs.

This disorder affects 1 in 10 women (about 200 million women worldwide) according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.

Common symptoms of endometriosis include:

• Painful periods- including pain before and after a menstrual period.
• Lower back and abdominal pain
• Pain during intercourse
• Painful bowel movements or urination- especially during a menstrual period
• Heavy menstrual bleeding or bleeding between periods
• Infertility
• Fatigue
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Bloating or nausea

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