Endometriosis is a painful, distressing disease that affects women in their reproductive years. Various medicines for endometriosis have been introduced over the last 25 years, but there is no cure. Research continues into this perplexing disease.
Disease: Endometriosis
Last update: May 2005
Intro
FAQ: What does the future hold?
Further, more selective, hormonal therapies are currently under development, along with a treatment that targets specific enzymes produced by the endometrial tissue.
Immune system abnormalities and a genetic defect have also recently been identified in women with endometriosis, which could lead to further treatment developments for this painful and distressing disease.
Immune system abnormalities and a genetic defect have also recently been identified in women with endometriosis, which could lead to further treatment developments for this painful and distressing disease.