Endometriosis affects 3-10% of the general population according to the clinical practice guidelines of the Spanish Fertility Society (SEF). Do you know what queues and how does it affect women’s reproductive health?
What is endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a pathology in which the tissue that lines the uterus inside (endometrial tissue) is outside the uterus. This disorder can develop outside the uterus, in the ovaries and tubes, and even in the bladder or intestines. Although there are different theories proposed, the causes are not yet defined.
What symptoms do you have?
Endometriosis can be symptomatic or not. If so, the symptoms are variable and may include pelvic pain in sexual intercourse (dyspareunia) and heavy periods (hypermenorrhea) among others. One of the problems of the diagnosis of endometriosis is that some of the symptoms are common to other pathologies. It is important that, if you think you might have endometriosis, consult your gynecologist to perform the corresponding diagnostic tests.
Can it affect fertility?
It is estimated that between 30-40% of women with this pathology may have difficulty getting to get a spontaneous pregnancy. Sometimes the treatment can improve the chances of pregnancy, but at other times, it can totally or partially reduce the fertility of patients.
Endometriosis and fertility treatments
On the one hand, in vitro fertilization treatment is usually an effective option when this disorder exists. On the other hand, in women with endometriosis who will undergo surgery in which their fertility can be affected, according to the opinion of experts included in the SEF guidelines, preventive oocytes vitrification can be considered an intervention Safe and potentially beneficial.
To find out which method could best suit you, consult with Barcelona IVF. We will be happy to help and accompany you at every moment.