Most commonly it spread on the fallopian tubes, ovaries, or tissue lining the pelvis. This tissue behaves similarly to that within the uterus. As it thickens, breaks down and bleeds each month with the menstrual cycle.

However, because there is nowhere for this blood to exit the body, it becomes trapped, irritates surrounding tissue, and may cause scar tissue to form, which is painful.
While endometriosis can be painful, it doesn’t increase the risk of uterine cancer or ovarian cancer, and there are a number of lifestyle approaches and natural remedies that can be very helpful.

Top Recommended Supplements

Calcium D-glucarate: Calcium aids livers detoxify and eliminate excess hormones (particularly estrogen).

Chasteberry: Chasterberry supplement balances the estrogen to progesterone ratio and may help normalize ovulation.

Indole-3-carbinol: A compound found naturally in cruciferous vegetables that aids in detoxification of estrogen, protects liver function, and may protect against hormonal cancers.

Milk thistle: Supports liver function and aids detoxification.

Complementary Supplements

Calcium and magnesium: Aid in hormone metabolism and may help reduce menstrual pain.

Evening primrose oil: Helps reduce pain and inflammation. Dosage: 3,000 mg daily.

Fish oils:  Fish oil contains omega-3 fatty acids that may help with pain and inflammation. Dosage: 1 g three times daily.

Iron: Iron supplement required for those with heavy bleeding and anemia. Dosage varies. Take only under advice from your health care provider.

Vitamin C: Improves healing of tissues damaged by lesions and scarring; it also helps control heavy bleeding by strengthening capillary walls. Dosage: 1,000 mg daily.