endometriosis

[ en-doh-mee-tree-oh-sis ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. the presence of tissue similar to the uterine lining outside of the uterus, especially in other pelvic organs such as the ovaries: characterized by cyst formation, adhesions, and pain.

endometriosis

/ ˌɛndəʊˌmiːtrɪˈəʊsɪs /

noun

1. pathol the presence of endometrium in areas other than the lining of the uterus, as on the ovaries, resulting in premenstrual pain

endometriosis

/ ĕn′dō-mē′trē-ō′sĭs /

1. A gynecologic disorder characterized by the abnormal presence of functional endometrial tissue outside the uterus, often resulting in pelvic pain and dysmenorrhea.

Word History and Origins

Origin of endometriosis¹

First recorded in 1920–25; from New Latin; endometri(um) ( def ) + -osis ( def )

Example Sentences

The school's initial policy was criticised on social media, with one woman saying her endometriosis, which causes painful periods, was only diagnosed in her 40s.

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A woman whose endometriosis went undiagnosed for more than two decades says a school's toughened stance on period pain is "just another slap in the face" for women and girls.

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Lara Stevens says endometriosis is like the cancer she had as a child, with the potential to spread and damage multiple organs – but feels it is not treated with the required urgency.

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Some parents criticised the move on social media, with one mother saying that her endometriosis, a condition that often causes painful periods, was only diagnosed in her 40s.

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She was diagnosed with endometriosis over the phone and given medication, Mr Barlow said.

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