Emotional State and Salivary Inflammatory Markers in Endometriosis Associated Pelvic Pain: A Pilot Study Comparing Chronic and Cyclic Patterns.
Women with endometriosis experience chronic cyclic pelvic pain (CCPP) or chronic persistent pelvic pain (CPPP), both of which may be incapacitating even after treatment. Emotional dysregulation in endometriosis impedes patient …
Bridging the Diagnostic Gap: Reviewing Current Endometriosis Screening Tools and Models.
Background: Endometriosis affects 10% of reproductive-aged women globally and is one of the major causes of infertility. It is a debilitating, chronic condition with an average diagnostic delay of up …
Clinical Impact of HPV Self-Sampling and Molecular Biomarkers on Cervical Cancer Screening and Triage: "The Times They Are A-Changin'"-A Comprehensive Review and Future Perspectives.
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a necessary but insufficient cause of cervical cancer (CC) and reflects a long-standing host-virus equilibrium shaped by immune control, viral persistence, and latency. The transition …
"Why Aren't You Listening?": How Experiences of Endometriosis, Medical Dismissal, and Psychological Distress Should Influence Assessment and Interventions.
Background/Objectives: Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological condition affecting approximately 10% of women of reproductive age and is associated with chronic pain, fatigue, infertility, and reduced quality of life. Beyond its …