Does endometriosis affect pregnancy?

Written by Zhang Lu
Obstetrics
Updated on February 28, 2025
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Endometriosis is a common gynecological condition, which involves the implantation of endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity. Endometriosis is a common cause of infertility: Firstly, when endometriosis occurs, it often affects the function of the ovaries. For example, ovarian chocolate cysts can affect the release of endocrine hormones in the ovaries, as well as cause ovarian ovulation disorders or premature ovarian failure. Secondly, endometriosis can cause inflammation in the pelvic cavity and adhesions within the pelvis. This will impact the function of the fallopian tubes, causing ovulation disorders in the tubes, as well as disorders in the transport function of the tubes. This can prevent fertilization, or after the sperm and egg have combined, the fallopian tubes may not be able to transport the fertilized egg to the uterine cavity, thus increasing the risk of ectopic pregnancy.

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Can endometriosis turn into cancer?

The answer is no. First, let's explain what endometriosis is. Endometriosis is when the endometrium, or the lining of the uterus, is found outside of its normal location, including in the muscular layer of the uterus, the ovaries, the pelvic cavity, or the intestines; it can occur in any of these areas. This condition is known as endometriosis. Endometriosis within the uterus is a benign condition, but it can lead to severe painful menstruation and chocolate cysts. If the menstrual pain is very severe, there may be a possibility of needing a hysterectomy in the future. If a chocolate cyst occurs, surgery might also be necessary.

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Endometriosis

Endometriosis means that the endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, grows in other locations. It can grow on the ovaries, inside the muscular layer of the uterus, or in the pelvic cavity. The ectopic endometrial tissue responds to changes in the body's estrogen levels during each menstrual cycle, creating symptoms similar to menstrual bleeding. If it grows on the ovaries, it may form a "chocolate cyst" on the ovaries that gradually enlarges with each menstrual cycle. If it grows within the muscular layer of the uterus, it can lead to adenomyosis, causing significant pain during menstruation. If it grows in the pelvic cavity, it can lead to the formation of pelvic lesions. Therefore, it is recommended that patients with such conditions seek prompt medical treatment.

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Chance of pregnancy with endometriosis

When suffering from endometriosis, the likelihood of pregnancy in women decreases, with the chance of getting pregnant naturally being around 50%. The occurrence of endometriosis can lead to extensive adhesions in pelvic tissues and organs, hardening and stiffness of the fallopian tubes, affecting the movement of the fallopian tubes, thereby affecting the transport of eggs and fertilized eggs by the fallopian tubes. Severe adhesions around the fallopian tubes can also affect the release of eggs. Therefore, it is recommended to actively seek treatment for endometriosis before trying to conceive, which can be done through medication or surgical treatment. (The use of medication should be under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Written by Zhang Lu
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Does endometriosis affect pregnancy?

Endometriosis is a common gynecological condition, which involves the implantation of endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity. Endometriosis is a common cause of infertility: Firstly, when endometriosis occurs, it often affects the function of the ovaries. For example, ovarian chocolate cysts can affect the release of endocrine hormones in the ovaries, as well as cause ovarian ovulation disorders or premature ovarian failure. Secondly, endometriosis can cause inflammation in the pelvic cavity and adhesions within the pelvis. This will impact the function of the fallopian tubes, causing ovulation disorders in the tubes, as well as disorders in the transport function of the tubes. This can prevent fertilization, or after the sperm and egg have combined, the fallopian tubes may not be able to transport the fertilized egg to the uterine cavity, thus increasing the risk of ectopic pregnancy.

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How many days does the pain from endometriosis last?

Endometriosis refers to the condition where active endometrial cells implant outside the uterine lining. It is a relatively common gynecological disease. Pain usually begins one to two days before menstruation starts, is most severe on the first day of menstruation, and gradually lessens thereafter. The pain generally persists throughout the menstrual period. It is advised that patients with endometriosis seek timely treatment under the guidance of a clinical doctor, based on their individual conditions, to prevent the progression of the disease and serious health consequences.