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Endometriosis manifests itself as early as during a woman's teen years. Treatment options are available locally.
Below are some quick facts about endometriosis.
It manifests itself as painful menses This (painful menses) usually starts at teenage years Irregular menses (not monthly) It can lead to fibroids if not detected in time. Fibroids also a cause of infertility In some, it causes nausea, acidity reflux and gastritis In Kenya, it takes an average seven years to correctly diagnose. In Norway, the period is 12 years Doctors discourage laparoscopy to diagnose and treat endometriosis as the procedure might cause more damage to ovaries. Instead, an MRI is recommended It is treated by three month therapy, which reduces menses to once every three months Should the Government lower the driving age from 18?
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