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Level O
Pain-free
No medication needed.
Level 1
Very minor annoyance - occasional minor twinges.
No medication needed.
Level 2
Minor annoyance - occasional strong twinges.
No medication needed.
Level 3
Annoying enough to be distracting.
Mild painkillers are effective. (Aspirin, Ibuprofen)
Level 4
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Kennedy S, Bergqvist A, Chapron C, D’Hooghe T, Dunselman G, Greb R, Hummelshoj L, Prentice A, Saridogan E; on behalf of the ESHRE Special Interest Group for Endometriosis and Endometrium Guideline Development Group.
University of Oxford, UK. Stephen.kennedy@obs-gyn.ox.ac.uk
The objective was to develop recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis and its associated symptoms. A working [...]
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Breastfeeding may help stabilize progress of maternal endometriosis.
Endometriosis is a disease in which the endometrial tissue in a woman’s body begins to form in places other than her uterus, such as on her ovaries, fallopian tubes, and the outer surface of the uterus. This tissue continues to function like uterine tissue would in the uterus, [...]
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It’s time to debunk some fertility myths.
Let’s face it, myths abound when it comes to fertility and conception. Some myths may be harmless, but others may actually work against you as you try to conceive. It helps to be knowledgeable. So let’s start to shed some light on some common misconceptions.
Myth: It’s easy to get [...]
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Your first visit to an IVF Center can be an overwhelming experience. On top of dealing with the emotional issues that may arise with infertility, you now find yourself confronting a new and sometimes scary world of treatment options. Bringing this list of questions to your first visit may help you to keep track of [...]
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The workup demystified.
What happens when you see a healthcare provider for fertility concerns? Generally, your healthcare provider will conduct an evaluation that begins with a review of your medical and personal histories. You’ll likely discuss everything from family medical history, to diet and lifestyle, to your current sexual practices.
Your healthcare provider will also conduct an [...]
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The following is a listing of tests generally included in a routine fertility work-up. Please note that every reproductive endocrinologist (RE) has his or her own standard protocol, and the following is intended to be a basic guideline.
If you are not seeing an RE and your OB/GYN does not have the facilities to conduct these [...]
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Welcome to the new and improved Endometriosis and Fertility Resource Page! It was once known as the EndoPhil Resource Page, but we have taken steps to make it even better, now on our very own website.
This resource page has been set up to collate the latest news on endometriosis, fertility, infertility, medications and medical procedures. It is also a source of basic facts and hopes to bust myths of human reproduction.
DISCLAIMER: It is not the intent of this blog to replace the medical advice of physicians and other health professionals.
For any comments, suggestions or violent reactions, you may contact us privately through our email address:
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