This is the definitive guide to living with
endometriosis. Some eighty-nine million women worldwide
have endometriosis - or "endo," as it is commonly
called. For decades, women with the disease have
suffered in silence, and faced a nightmare of
misinformation, myths, and unsuccessful treatments.
Today, thanks to new awareness and research, hope and
relief are available.Endometriosis is a chronic, often
painful hormonal and immune disease that affects girls
as young as eight and women in their reproductive years
and beyond. The name itself comes from endometrium, the
tissue lining inside the uterus. With endo, tissue
similar to this lining is found elsewhere, usually in
the abdomen, where it causes pain, inflammation,
internal bleeding, scarring, infertility, and a host of
other medical problems. Now, research pioneered by the
Endometriosis Association has established that endo is a
"tip of the iceberg" disease. "Endometriosis: The
Complete Reference for Taking Charge of Your Health"
provides groundbreaking information on the disease and
its relation to several other health problems, including
certain cancers, autoimmune problems, environmental
illness, and fibromyalgia.Based on the latest research
gathered and conducted by Mary Lou Ballweg and the
Endometriosis Association, this guide includes
information on: surgery and other treatment options; the
role of diet and nutrition in healing; the connection
between endometriosis and cancer; infertility and
endometriosis; teens with the disease; surprising new
information on menopause and endometriosis. Besides
invaluable and cutting-edge advice on treatment, this
guide also features real women's stories that explore
the aspects of living with this disease. This book
equips you with the tools you need not only to live with
endometriosis but to live well.Mary Lou Ballweg is
founder, president, and executive director of the
Endometriosis Association. She is quoted regularly by
many major newspapers and magazines. The Endometriosis
Association was founded in 1980 to offer those with
endometriosis support and information, educate the
public and medical community about the disease, and
promote endo research. Headquartered in Milwaukee,
Wisconsin, this international organization has members
and groups worldwide.
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