1. Endometriosis (the endoscopic view shows endometriosis affecting the ovaries with endometriotic adhesions between the ovary and sigmoid colon).
   
   
2. Danazol. Oral contraceptives.
   
   
3. Stress the importance of general health, as this affects how much the endometriosis will interfere with daily activities. A good diet, regular exercise and complete understanding of the condition will help her manage and control the symptoms.

   The following recommendations may help ease the pain:

   • Rest and relaxation exercises.
     
   • Warm baths.
     
   • Wearing loose clothing.
     
   • Applying a hot water bottle or heating pad to the abdomen.
     
   • Avoiding constipation (increase fibre and water in diet).
     
     
4. In moderate cases, conservative surgery (i.e. removal of endometriosis deposits) seeks to improve fertility by reducing the effect of any endometriosis damage. In severe cases, however, fertility cannot be preserved and the ovaries, fallopian tubes and/or uterus may have to be removed (radical surgery).
   
   
5. Ectopic (tubal) pregnancy. Miscarriage. Acute appendicitis. Cancer.

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