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I have heard that career women have a higher chance or risk of developing endometriosis. is there any truth to this?

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Dr. Alfredo Nieves answered

Specializes in Gynecology

No: Myth. Endometriosis does not discriminate race or education level.

Answered 9/28/2016

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No, but a mentor of : Mine would tell me yes because being pregnant a lot would prevent cycles and therefore reduce one's likelihood of developing the disease and/or having pain...Endometriosis remains an enigma. Again, female age continues to play a role in infertility. Women who delay childbearing should know that getting pregnant at age 33 is easier than age 37, while 37 is easier than 42.

Answered 2/4/2013

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