Laparoscopy is one of the best diagnostic tools for determining the existence and extent of pelvic endometriosis, but remember: laparoscopy is a surgical procedure. It may not be major abdominal surgery, but it is still an invasive operation.
Although the procedure is a generally safe one, some women should definitely avoid laparoscopy:
• Obese women are not [...]
Starting from scratch to find a specialist that will suit both your needs and expectations is not easy. Where do you start?
It is best to shop around by talking to friends and relatives — in particular those who have either been diagnosed as having endometriosis or those who suffer from menstrual problems. These women are [...]
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Danazol can cause a wide variety of side effects and there is a huge variation in the way that women respond to the drug. Most women experience some side effects and a few experience many. For some women the side effects are quite mild and of no real significance, while for others the side effects [...]
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Some of the side effects of Danazol are due to the low levels of oestrogen in the body. These side effects are those usually associated with the menopause and they include hot flushes, night sweats and vaginal dryness.
Danazol may also affect blood sugar levels and the way that the body uses sugars. In particular, it [...]
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