Endometriosis
FDA approves Myfembree for endometriosis pain
August 05, 2022
Myovant Sciences and Pfizer announces the US Food and Drug Administration has approved Myfembree (relugolix combination tablets) for the once-daily treatment of moderate-to-severe endometriosis-associated pain.
Endometriosis linked to 34% increase in stroke risk
July 22, 2022
Women with endometriosis had a 34% greater risk of stroke than women without the chronic inflammatory gynecological condition, according to an analysis of the Nurses Health Study II.
MRI to diagnose endometriosis
June 17, 2022
A review of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for diagnosing endometriosis and related diseases in the Korean Journal of Radiology has found that the medical imaging technique can help in the early and accurate diagnosis of ovarian endometriotic cysts and deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE), while avoiding the need for invasive procedures and radiation exposure, due to MRI’s high contrast and objectivity.
Dietary interventions to treat endometriosis
June 14, 2022
Most studies conclude that dietary interventions positively impact endometriosis, according to a systematic review in the journal Reproductive Sciences.
Cannabis consumption and endometriosis management during the COVID-19 pandemic
June 13, 2022
A study published in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research found that women often used cannabis to manage endometriosis symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Is body fat linked to endometriosis?
May 18, 2022
Rates of endometriosis are generally higher in leaner women, yet there still seems to be a connection between the presence and placement of fat tissue and the development of endometriosis. One study team sought to find out why.
Transcutaneous electrical neurostimulation for dysmenorrhea
May 17, 2022
A preprogrammed, nomad, easy-to-use, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) device was well tolerated and provided rapid and lasting pain decrease in women with primary dysmenorrhea (PD), according to a study published in the journal Progrés en Urologie.
The burden of endometriosis on patients and the health care system
May 17, 2022
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine highlights the high burden of endometriosis, including infertility, comorbidities, health care usage, and medical costs.
Future Directions for Endometriosis Treatment
April 25, 2022
An expert reproductive endocrinologist explores the future treatment landscape for patients with endometriosis.
Unmet Needs in Endometriosis Treatment
April 25, 2022
Hugh Taylor, MD, provides insight on remaining gaps in care in the endometriosis treatment landscape.