Can Endometriosis cause chest pain and lung collapses?

In this video, I talk about the symptoms of thoracic endometriosis which can vary from person to person but they often include chest pain, shortness of breath, and sometimes collapsed lungs (pneumothorax). Due to the overlap of symptoms with other conditions, thoracic endometriosis can be challenging to diagnose, leading to delayed identification and treatment.

This video also talks about what thoracic endometriosis is, how it’s often diagnosed, how endometriosis lesions, adhesions, and stroma can lead to lung collapses, and treatment options.

Thoracic endometriosis is more common than we give credit research around endometriosis is lagging (causing many to think that extrapelvic endometriosis is not common when in reality it is!)

Extrapelvicnotrare.org is an amazing resource for more information around thoracic endometriosis! They do a wonderful job at describing the symptoms and details!

It's important to note that thoracic endometriosis requires a multidisciplinary approach involving endo specialists, pulmonologists, and other specialists to properly diagnose and manage the condition. If you or someone you know is experiencing unexplained chest pain or other symptoms during menstruation, it's crucial to seek medical attention and consult with healthcare professionals experienced in dealing with endometriosis and related conditions.

Other resources for thoracic endometriosis are included here:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...

I’d love to hear your experience if you’ve suffered with thoracic endometriosis and your journey to receive answers down below!

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