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Endometriosis and Infertility- as explained by Dr. Ryan Riggs

May 19, 2011

What is Endometriosis?
Endometriosis is defined as the presence of endometrial tissue (glands and stroma) outside of the uterus.   Although several theories exist to expain this finding, most experts believe endometrial tissue flows in a retrograde fashion from inside the uterus, through the fallopian tubes, and into the pelvis and abdomen.
Patients with endometriosis have variable symptoms.   [...]

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Facts about Endometriosis and Infertility

November 22, 2010

When a woman menstruates, her body is getting rid of the lining of the uterus.  If you have a condition called endometriosis, this lining tissue grows outside of your uterus and can be deposited on your ovaries, bladder, or bowel. Also, it can grow to develop into cysts that are filled with old blood and [...]

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Basic Infertility Tests

May 28, 2010

There are many tests that can be performed in an effort to determine the cause(s) of one’s inability to conceive.  Some of these can be performed by your Primary Care Physician and/or OB/GYN, while other, more advanced diagnostic tests should be performed by a Reproductive Endocrinologist.
There are several categories of infertility tests.
Blood Tests may determine [...]

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