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Inflammation-Targeted Endometriosis Research Needs Pain, Mood, and Fertility-Priority Outcomes.

Self-reported fertility problems and their socio-demographic and health correlates: a cross-sectional online survey of 8000 Polish adults.

While biological and lifestyle determinants of reproductive health are well documented globally, comprehensive data integrating socio-demographic, lifestyle, and health correlates within a contemporary Polish context remain limited. This study aimed …

Body image concerns, disordered eating, and negative affect in women with and without gynecological conditions.

BackgroundResearch has suggested that some gynecological conditions are associated with body image, disordered eating behaviors, and mental health concerns. This has been studied in polycystic ovarian syndrome and endometriosis populations, …

"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 …

Coping Together: A Qualitative Exploration of Challenges Identified by Couples Living with Endometriosis.

Persons diagnosed with endometriosis report deleterious effects to their physical, psychological, and relational well-being. While some couples state that these challenges extend beyond the person in pain to also affect …

Relationship and mental health outcomes after childbirth among women with endometriosis: An 8-year follow-up study.

BackgroundTransitioning to parenthood is stressful for relationships. Women with endometriosis face several health challenges, which may further strain their relationships when they become parents. However, it remains uncertain whether this …

Associations Among Parental Rearing Patterns, Psychological Resilience and Coping Styles in Adolescent Females with Endometriosis.

Adolescent endometriosis (EMs) imposes substantial physical and psychological burdens on young female patients, and adaptive coping strategies are vital for their health management. This study aimed to explore the latent …

Physical and mental health impact of perimenopause, menopause and post menopause in a diverse global population (MARIE Project- Global Chapter WP 2a): cross-sectional quantitative data from a mixed-methods study.

Menopause is a major global health issue affecting cisgender women, transgender people, and gender-diverse populations, yet it remains under-recognised in research and policy, particularly in low-income and middle-income countries. Rising …

Endometriosis and the mental health burden: a registry-based study of redeemed prescriptions and psychiatric hospital contacts before and after diagnosis of endometriosis.

Do women with endometriosis have a higher use of antidepressants and anxiolytics, and more frequent psychiatric hospital contacts due to depression or anxiety, before and after receiving their endometriosis diagnosis, …

The Impact of Endometriosis on Ovarian Reserve: A Systematic Review.

Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition, causing severe pelvic pain, organ dysfunction, infertility, and mental health issues. Ovarian reserve, indicating the quantity and quality of a woman's oocytes, is negatively …