is endometriosis genetic - #25708
I am really confused and a little scared about some health stuff going on with me. For years, my periods have been just awful, like debilitating cramps and super heavy bleeding. Last month, I finally got diagnosed with endometriosis after begging my doctor to take me seriously. I didn't even know what that was until a friend mentioned it when I was explaining my pain. Anyway, my mom has had really bad menstrual issues too, and my sister sometimes talks about similar problems. Now I can't stop wondering, is endometriosis genetic? Like, is there a chance my daughter could have it too? I just read a few things online saying there might be a hereditary link, but then again I saw some stuff that said it can just happen to people without a family history. My doc didn't really touch on that when we talked about treatment options. I have so many questions, like how do genetics play a role? And if it is endometriosis genetic, is there anything we could do to reduce that risk? I just want to be informed and help my family if they need it. Any insight you guys can give me would really help me out. Ugh, I'm just feeling overwhelmed!
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