EndometriosisEndometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition where endometrial tissue grows inside the abdominal cavity. Less commonly, it can occur in other sites such as in scar tissue after cesarean section.
This condition occurs in women during the reproductive years. The most common locations for endometriotic deposits are the ovaries and pelvic peritoneum. Sites to which this type of tissue attaches include the uterosacral ligaments, ovaries, deep ovarian fossa, anterior vesical pouch, Pouch of Douglas and intestines.
Under the influence of oestrogen, these ectopic cells proliferate and become encapsulated by immune defence mechanisms to form inflammatory cysts and lesions that can cause abdominal pain, scar tissue and adhesions.
According to the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologist Guidelines for the management of Endometriosis, it can cause the following symptoms:
Endometriosis remains an enigmatic disease of many ailments, with delayed diagnosis and hit-and-miss treatments hampered by limited medical options with variable side effects. Unfortunately, 50 to 80% of women experience recurring disease after surgical and /or hormonal treatment.
Endometriosis is a whole-body inflammatory and immune disease, and possibly a microbial disease. Women with endometriosis have a high level of gram-negative bacteria in the pelvic microbiome and researchers think that the toxin LPS (lipopolysaccharide) from those bacteria could play a role in the development of the disease.
LPS stimulates immune cells to release inflammatory mediators and is a known inducer of inflammation and immune dysfunction.
Complementary treatment for endometriosis with the help of Naturopath, aims to decrease pain, prevent recurrence post-surgery and treat and balance the immune system. Treatment aims at calming the immune system by strictly avoiding immune-disrupting proteins like gluten, A1 casein from cow’s dairy and using immune-modulating and anti-inflammatory natural medicine.
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I am a Sydney based Naturopath and I am passionate about Women's Health, Natural Fertility Treatments and Infertility Management. I am also a Neurofeedback Practitioner using NeurOptimal® brain training system. I specialise in optimising Fertility, Women's health, Preconception care, Reproductive Healthcare for men and women, Miscarriage prevention and managing Menopause.
Dorota Wroblewska is an experienced Naturopath and Nutritionist in Sydney. Dorota specialises in women's health, natural fertility, preconception care and reproductive healthcare for men and women. Dorota also offers natural health solutions for all health concerns, including digestive disorders, thyroid problems and adrenal dysfunction. Dorota is also a Neurofeedback trainer, using NeurOptimal® brain training system.
