endometriosis

[en-doh-mee-tree-oh-sis]

noun

Pathology.

1. the presence of tissue similar to the uterine lining outside of the uterus, especially in other pelvic organs such as the ovaries: characterized by cyst formation, adhesions, and pain.

endometriosis

/ ˌɛndəʊˌmiːtrɪˈəʊsɪs /

noun

1. pathol the presence of endometrium in areas other than the lining of the uterus, as on the ovaries, resulting in premenstrual pain

endometriosis

1. A gynecologic disorder characterized by the abnormal presence of functional endometrial tissue outside the uterus, often resulting in pelvic pain and dysmenorrhea.

Word History and Origins

Origin of endometriosis¹

First recorded in 1920–25; from New Latin; endometri(um) ( def. ) + -osis ( def. )

Example Sentences

A charity is to open the region's first centre to support women with endometriosis.

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A mother has spoken out about dealing with severe period pain for two decades before finally being diagnosed with endometriosis.

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Prior to her diagnosis, Ms Boocock - who also has endometriosis - had lived with debilitating symptoms that left her regularly needing to use a walking stick.

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While under its care, she underwent investigations for possible endometriosis, but said she was "kicked off" a list for not attending a physiotherapy appointment that she claimed she was never notified of.

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They also recommend fertility preservation services such as egg freezing should be more widely available, including to women with severe, recurrent endometriosis.

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