WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for September, 2000: Re: Probably a dumb question, but....

Re: Probably a dumb question, but....

From: Robin (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 12 Sep 2000 00:32:29 -0500 (CDT)

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At Mon, 11 Sep 2000, anonymous@obgyn.net wrote: >
>Hi there,
>
>This is probably a dumb question, one I should really know the answer to by
>now, but was thinking about it today after being asked and realize I
>don't......
>
>Endometriosis causes endometrial tissue to grow in areas outside the uterus.
>I never stopped to think about it before, but how does it physically _get_
>outside the uterus from the inside?
>
>>From what I understand, the ovaries, tubes, and uterus are tightly sealed, so
>I presume this must take place at some point when the tissue leaves the
>uterus during menstruation? Still, how would it get up in areas such as the
>liver or gallbladder?
>
>Thanks
>
>Kas :-)

Kas,

It is also thought that Endo is hereditary, and that we are born with it (Oxygene Study in England is working on this). I think this is a valid answer too, as there have been autopsies done on infants and small children showing Endo, and they don't menstruate. It has been found on the brain too! There have actually been men that have been found to have Endo. I am holding out hope that the Oxygene study shows there to be a genetic link.

You might want to pick up a copy of The Endometriosis Sourebook, by MaryLou Ballweg of the Endometriosis Association. It, to many, is considered the bible of Endo.

Hope this helps!

-- Robin

-- ~Robin~

I'm not a Dr. or any type of Medical Professional. The information I share is based on what I have experienced personally or what I have learned.

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