Endometriosis and Depression: A Double Agony for Women
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2023
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Background: Endometriosis is defined as a condition in which a formation of abnormal endometrial tissue outside the
uterus takes place. Irrespective of any ethnic and socioeconomic class, the prevalence of the diseases has been seen among
women of reproductive age. Endometriosis has been seen adversely affect the physical, psychological, social, and career of
women.
Summary: This paper aims to identify and describe the experiences and outcomes of endometriosis healthcare by reviewing
the existing literature on social and psychological effects of endometriosis. The study serves the purpose of providing insights
on women’s dual suffering (mental and social health) and critical comments on the present state of knowledge in order
to make future recommendations for psycho-social research. The review included systematic search of the articles from
various disciplines like, biology, psychology, sociology, anthropology, etc. A structured process of screening with specific
inclusion and exclusion criteria was used to select the articles. The analysis of the articles resulted that woman diagnosed
with endometriosis reported poor quality of life and the following symptoms such as anxiety, stress, Chronic Pelvic Pain
(CPP), anxiety, dyspareunia, and dysmenorrhea. However, depression appears prominent among women diagnosed with
endometriosis. There are few strategies mentioned that can be used to deal with endometriosis.
Key Message: The most promising causes of endometriosis include abnormality in immune functioning, atypical
endometriotic growth, genetics, epigenetic, embryogenetic theory, and endocrine disruptors. The ill effects have been noted
in the following domains of women’s life such as work, close relationships, social well-being, and education, deteriorating
their quality-of-life manifold. Psychological intervention is required to deal with the disorder as only medical treatment with
pain may not be sufficient. Though, the condition can be improved by providing awareness regarding the severity of the
disorder at the school and community levels.