Endometriosis

GPTKB entity

Statements (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:disease
gptkbp:affects gptkb:fallopian_tubes
bladder
ovaries
women of reproductive age
female reproductive system
bowel
pelvic lining
gptkbp:associatedWith gptkb:depression
autoimmune disorders
chronic fatigue
gptkbp:canBeAsymptomatic yes
gptkbp:canBeManagedBy physical therapy
psychological support
alternative therapies
dietary changes
gptkbp:canRecurAfter surgery
gptkbp:cause genetic factors
chronic pain
immune system disorder
retrograde menstruation
subfertility
gptkbp:characterizedBy growth of endometrial tissue outside uterus
gptkbp:complication gptkb:ovarian_cysts
adhesions
chronic pelvic pain
gptkbp:diagnosedBy imaging tests
laparoscopy
pelvic exam
gptkbp:etiology unknown
gptkbp:firstDescribed 1860
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Endometriosis
gptkbp:ICD-10_code gptkb:N80
gptkbp:MeSH_ID D004715
gptkbp:namedAfter gptkb:endometrium
gptkbp:occurredIn rarely in men (due to hormone therapy or other conditions)
gptkbp:prevalence affects about 10% of women of reproductive age
gptkbp:riskFactor family history
early menarche
short menstrual cycles
gptkbp:symptom infertility
pelvic pain
heavy menstrual bleeding
pain during intercourse
painful periods
gptkbp:treatment surgery
lifestyle changes
hormonal therapy
pain medication
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Pain
gptkb:Clear_cell_adenocarcinoma
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5