Endometriosis is a disease in which tissue that normally grows inside the
uterus grows outside it. The main symptoms are
pelvic pain and
infertility. Nearly half of those affected have
chronic pelvic pain, while in 70% pain occurs during
menstruation. Pain with sex is also common. Infertility occurs in up to half of women affected. Less common symptoms include urinary or bowel symptoms. About 25% of women have no symptoms. Endometriosis can have both social and psychological effects.