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Is endometriosis a disease of modern times?

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Not really.: Women have had pelvic pain and unexplained infertility for centuries. The medical advances and understanding of this condition is a much modern endeavor.

Dr Ali and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 1/2/2015

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