What happens in the body of a woman with endometriosis? The endometrium (lining of the uterus) is a unique tissue that renews itself every month without scarring. This is essential for a woman’s health and fertility. However, with endometriosis, a fundamental change occurs – endometrial-like tissue appears outside the uterus, for example on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder or intestines¹. These deposits respond to the hormonal cycle in the same way as normal mucous membrane, but instead of natural shedding, they undergo: chronic inflammation scarring (fibrosis) formation of new blood vessels and nerve endings The result is chronic pain, often accompanied by fertility problems and an overall deterioration in quality of life. There are three main types of endometriotic lesions:...