March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, and News4JAX is taking a closer look at what the chronic condition is and why sometimes there’s a delay in diagnosing it.
It’s a condition that can cause severe pain and is often linked to infertility. Endometriosis affects about 1 in 10 women, commonly in their 30s and 40s. With March being Endometriosis Awareness Month, News4JAX is taking a closer look at what the chronic condition is and why sometimes there’s a delay in diagnosing it.causes tissue similar to the lining of a woman’s uterus to grow in other places -- like the abdomen and pelvic area.
Many physicians are encouraged to now use clinical history, physical exams, MRI imaging and ultrasounds to diagnose. Luna says there’s also some research being done to identify possible biomarkers in the blood. “There’s a lot of research being performed, mostly by startups and health tech companies that are looking at non-invasive markers in the blood to diagnose endometriosis,” he said. “Those are actually a good idea because we can target those markers with drugs down the line in the future.”
As far as treatment goes, there are multiple options available including surgery and medications. Luna encourages anyone who is experiencing pain and discomfort to consult with their physician.
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