Endometriosis: Widespread, Complex, Underfunded Condition

Endometriosis involves endometrial-like tissue growing outside the uterus, causing pain and infertility.

The primary hypothesis for its cause, retrograde menstruation, is incomplete and doesn't explain all cases.

Endometriosis shares similarities with cancer in terms of somatic mutations and invasive behavior.

There is no real cure for endometriosis; treatments only manage symptoms.

Endometriosis is widespread but receives minimal funding compared to other conditions.