Friday, March 18, 2011

Endometriosis among the leading causes of infertility

For 1 in 10 women infertility depends on endometriosis, a chronic condition that arises from the presence of endometrial cells out of his seat, that is the uterus. But these women are not resigned to the impossibility of having a child. The sterile ones suffering from this disease - which has just celebrated the European Week of Awareness, Awareness Week, promoted by the European Endometriosis Alliance - increasingly are turning to artificial insemination centers, a medical practice in recent years, In this sense, is making great strides.

"Thanks to the latest discoveries - Jemec said Michael, a doctor specializing in reproductive medicine center for assisted reproduction procreation of Lugano (Switzerland) - we can have success rates that exceed 30%. An average of course also depends on the age of the woman. " Women who suffer from endometriosis, in Italy and worldwide, are increasing.

Many do not even know they are ill, because the symptoms of this disorder is not always obvious. "It can damage the ovaries, bladder or intestine, causing severe pain - Jemec continues - and lead to irritation and inflammation of the tissues." International studies have made so far, however, led to encouraging results.

And if the surgical removal of the endometrium did not increase significantly the chances of pregnancy in an IVF treatment, it got better by analyzing the individual and inflammation by acting in a specific way. As endometriosis is still a disease is not curable, however, "it is important to locate it in time to contain its effects-recommends-Jemec.

A sound prevention not only allows the woman to suffer less, but also to preserve their reproductive system. "

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