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Does Endometriosis Cause Sciatica?
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Endometriosis occurs among women all over the world, but researchers have been unable to determine its cause. A combination of genetic, biologic, and environmental factors may work together to trigger the initial process, produce implantation, and cause subsequent reseeding and spreading of the implants.
Theories of the cause of endometriosis include:
Retrograde Menstruation. Retrograde menstruation occurs during a woman's period, when menstrual tissue flows backward through the fallopian...
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Endometritis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Endometritis is an inflammation or irritation of the lining of the uterus (the endometrium).See also:EndometriosisPelvic inflammatory diseaseCauses,... Read more »
Back Pain and Sciatica: Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
and CausesThe origin of the pain is often unknown, and imaging studies may fail to determine its cause. Disk disease, spinal arthritis, and muscle... Read more »
Endometriosis
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Endometriosis is a condition in which the tissue that lines the inside of the uterus (called the endometrium or endometrial lining) is found growing... Read more »
Endometriosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Endometriosis is a condition in which the tissue that behaves like the cells lining the uterus (endometrium) grows in other areas of the body,... Read more »
Sciatica
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or compression of the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a... Read more »
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