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Common endometriosis myths, debunked by experts
March 5, 2025
Endometriosis can be a baffling condition due to its unclear cause, lack of symptom consistency and the time it can take to receive an accurate diagnosis. The condition, which affects an estimated one in ten women in the U.S., occurs when tissue similar to that which lines the uterus grows outside of the uterus, typically on the ovaries, fallopian tubes or the lining of the pelvic cavity. Because it’s difficult to understand and diagnose, there are a lot of misconceptions about endometriosis.