Endometriosis Symptoms And Causes: Becoming a mother is a pleasant feeling for every woman. But, there are many diseases which act as a hindrance in the path of becoming a mother. Endometriosis disease is one of these. It occurs in the uterus of women, in which endometrium tissue is formed inside the uterus. As the endometrium layer grows, it starts spreading outside the uterus. Then it gradually spreads to the ovaries, fallopian tubes or other reproductive organs.
Due to the growth of the endometrium layer, additional cells also develop at the entrance of the vagina. When this layer extends to the fallopian tube, it affects the ability to ovulate. Which causes infertility. Because sperm cannot reach the fallopian tube. When endometriosis affects the organs inside the body like intestines, kidneys etc. then that condition is called ‘frozen pelvis’. Now the question is how does this disease harm the uterus? What creates obstacles in becoming a mother? Regarding these questions, Government Medical College, Kannauj Gynecologist Dr. Amrita Saha has AnyTV Has been explained in detail.
What is fallopian tube?
According to Dr. Amrita Saha, there are ovaries on both sides of the uterus, and the ovaries are connected to the uterus by the fallopian tube. People call endometriosis as period pain or uterine lump. There is a lack of information about the symptoms and treatment of this disease all over the world. This disease is like termites in the uterus.
Why does endometriosis occur?
This disease is not caused by external infection, but due to deficiency in the internal system of the body. One of these reasons is women being under stress due to bad lifestyle. Along with this, endometriosis can also be caused by poor immunity, formation of extra cells in the uterus or any kind of wound or surgery.
What are the symptoms of endometriosis?
Unbearable pain during menstruation is one of the major symptoms of endometriosis. Sometimes this pain lasts for a whole month. Apart from this, there may be pain in the back, pain in the shoulders, severe pain in the thighs, diarrhea, constipation, blood in the urine, stiffness in the lower part of the body, muscle strain before periods or excessive bleeding during periods. Are included.
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Problems caused by this disease
Stomach pain is the biggest problem for women suffering from endometriosis. Apart from this, there are problems like pain in bones, freckles on the face, hair fall or greying, forgetfulness, irritation, high blood pressure, weakening of kidneys and loss of eyesight. At the same time, a woman suffering from this disease is unable to conceive because the sperm is unable to reach the fallopian tube.
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How to protect yourself from endometriosis
According to Dr. Saha, the possibility of endometriosis in the body is due to increased levels of estrogen hormone. If endometrial problem is occurring then it is difficult to stop it, hence the possibility of endometriosis can be prevented by reducing estrogen hormone in the body. Actually, estrogen causes the lining of the uterus to thicken during the menstrual cycle. For this, estrogen levels can be reduced through hormonal contraceptive medicines or contraceptive treatments, but these medicines should not be taken without consulting a doctor. Apart from this, the level of estrogen hormone can also be reduced by regular exercise and consumption of less caffeine containing substances. At the same time, a surgery called hysterectomy is also done as its treatment. In which along with the removal of the uterus and cervix, both the ovaries are also removed.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: April 6, 2024, 12:44 IST