by Lone Hummelshoj It is an old myth that teenagers do not get endometriosis. In fact, some research indicate that up to two thirds of women with endometriosis have symptoms before they are 20 years old [1]. This means that symptoms in adolescent girls need to be taken very serious indeed, whilst still recognising that [...]

by Ros Wood Pregnancy generally leads to an improvement in endometriosis symptoms, particularly during the latter months of pregnancy. However, some women experience a worsening of symptoms, particularly during the first three months. It is believed that the beneficial effects are due to the high levels of progesterone produced during pregnancy. It is thought that [...]

by Lone Hummelshoj, Ros Wood and Philippe Koninckx MD PhD Surgery is a well accepted treatment for endometriosis, yet quality control mechanisms that ensure that any surgery is carried out safely and effectively are almost entirely absent. Quality control in drug treatment Before a new drug treatment can be introduced, the drug must undergo a [...]