Understanding Adenomyosis:
What Is Adenomyosis? Adenomyosis is a common, non-cancerous condition of the uterus. Normally, the tissue that lines the inside of the uterus (called the endometrium) stays in place. In adenomyosis, this tissue grows into the muscular wall of the uterus (called the myometrium). This can cause the uterus to become enlarged, and may lead to […]
Understanding PMOS
What Is PMOS? PMOS — Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome — is a common hormonal condition that affects up to 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. You may have heard it referred to by its previous name, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). The name was updated to better reflect the true nature of the condition: it […]
Understanding Pelvic Floor Stiffness: Its Connection to Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain
What Is the Pelvic Floor? The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that sit at the bottom of your pelvis, like a hammock. These muscles support your bladder, uterus, and rectum. They help you control urination and bowel movements, and they play an important role in sexual function. Just like any other muscles in […]
Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Infertility, and Your Treatment Options: Surgery, IVF, and the Endometriosis Fertility Index (EFI)
How Do Endometriosis and Adenomyosis Affect Fertility? Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus — often on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and surrounding pelvic structures. It is one of the most common causes of infertility, affecting approximately 30–50% of women with the condition.[1] Endometriosis […]
Chronic Endometritis: A Hidden Cause of Infertility and Failed IVF — What You Should Know
What Is Chronic Endometritis? Chronic endometritis (CE) is a low-grade, persistent inflammation of the uterine lining (the endometrium). Unlike acute infections that cause obvious symptoms like fever or pain, chronic endometritis is often “silent” – most women have no symptoms at all, or only mild, nonspecific complaints such as irregular bleeding or pelvic discomfort. Because […]
Understanding Central Sensitization
What is central sensitization? Central sensitization means that the nervous system becomes overly sensitive. Pain signals are amplified, so the body feels more pain than expected. This does not mean the pain is “in your head.” It means your nervous system is working in an overprotective way. Common symptoms Pain that feels out of proportion to findings […]