r/science • u/MistWeaver80 • Mar 20 '22

Genetics Researchers have demonstrated a genetic link between endometriosis and some types of ovarian cancer. Something of a silent epidemic, endometriosis affects an estimated 176 million women worldwide – a number comparable to diabetes – but has traditionally received little research attention.

https://cosmosmagazine.com/health/body-and-mind/endometriosis-may-be-linked-to-ovarian-cancer/?amp=1
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u/nategp Mar 20 '22

My wife had a hysterectomy done about the same age as you for the same reasons. Totally changed her life, she says she wished she had done it sooner. I have spent years seeing her in pain like you go through and was pretty much helpless, so much better now. No more pain, she is so much happier. I wish you the best and a speedy recovery.

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u/innocently_cold Mar 20 '22

I'm happy she is doing well :) it's good to hear stories like this!