It is becoming extremely common because of the environmental toxins, estrogen dominance, and metabolic issues that are present in today’s world. Endometriosis impacts, on average, about 10% of all women, and up to 30% of women dealing with infertility. This condition is defined as the growth of uterine tissue outside the uterus, where it creates havoc in women’s bodies. Because this tissue responds to menstrual hormones (just as if it would inside the uterus), it can cause bleeding in other areas of the abdomen leading to scar tissue and painful adhesions. This process not only affects women of childbearing years, but it can affect women beyond menopause as well.
Endometriosis is best treated with a functional medicine approach, aimed at helping your body improve detoxification of estrogens and estrogen-like compounds. Research proves that endometriosis is caused by too much estrogen activity (both natural and man-made) and the solution is to help women remove excess estrogen. Metabolic detoxification, phytoestrogen, and methylation support, along with other nutritional and lifestyle strategies, have proven their worth. With our combined approach, our doctors have achieved some amazing results when treating women with endometriosis.