Endometriosis is a female disease that causes endometrial tissue to implant and grow outside the uterus on different organs of the body. Although according to David B. Redwine MD, FACOG author of 100 Questions and Answers about Endometriosis (19), "several cases have been reported in men with the same factors, usually older men with cancer of the advanced prostate or who are taking estrogen treatment. In most cases, endometriosis develops as a result of menstrual endometrial tissue passing backward through the opening of the fallopian tube into the peritoneal cavity. In endometriosis, when shed menstrual blood cannot escape, the blood builds up and leads to large, painful cysts that can cause inflammation and scarring, among other problems. The foundations and practices of the pharmacy technician (628). Endometrial tissue that grows in several places in the body where it is not supposed to grow is known to be benign, but can still cause many problems such as acute pelvic pain, infertility, spontaneous bleeding, stress , depression, discomfort and can even lead to endometrial cancer if not treated in its early stages. Depending on where a patient's endometriosis is located determines the type of symptoms and the level of pain she may endure. Common implantation sites for endometriosis can range from the ovaries, fallopian tubes, cervix, intestines, and the lining of the pelvic cavity. Endometrial tissue is not limited to implantation in a woman's reproductive organs, according to womenshealth.gov, endometrial tissue has also been found in the lungs, muscles, and brain. The identification of endometriosis has been a topic of extreme debate over the past decade. research article found at www.ncbi.n...... middle of paper ...... problems in your marriage or relationship. The sooner the diagnosis is made, the sooner you can begin treatment and find some relief from endometriosis. My understanding of the research into endometriosis shows that it is still a major problem in women's society and needs to be better understood and diagnosed. Current research focuses on anti-inflammatory medications because endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory disorder. Anti-inflammatory medications can help the patient cope better with pain. www.pubmed.gov (2008pub) With the lack of knowledge, understanding, preventive care and late diagnosis, endometriosis has a strong societal impact on the female generation. Delays in diagnosis are a major problem with this disease, so additional research is still ongoing to better understand and treat endometriosis..