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Endometriosis and fertility: An expert on the links and sufferers' common fears

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An estimated 10 percent of all women of childbearing age are affected by endometriosis, a painful disorder in which tissue, similar to the tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus, grows on one or more organs.

Endometriosis most commonly affects the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and the tissue lining the pelvis. Because of the areas it occurs, it often causes debilitating period pain, discomfort opening the bowels and/or bladder, heavy periods and pain or discomfort during sex - yet’s it commonly confused with IBS or pelvic inflammatory disease.

Even worse many women go undiagnosed for years which can in some cases can cause infertility. Last September, Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague shared the news with fans that she was having an operation set to help her manage her endometriosis.

But recently was dismayed to tell fans that it had not been a success. Read More Related Articles Celebs who've decided to freeze their eggs as Vicky Pattison shares 'imminent' plans Other celebrities who have been open about their conditions are Emma Bunton and US creator of Girls Lena Durham, who underwent a total hysterectomy in 2017 and continued to share the fallout for her mind, body and relationships.

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