Endometriosis is a painful condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (endometrium) grows outside the uterus. For some endometriosis sufferers who find little relief from Western medicine, a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) option such as acupuncture might be attractive. Research on the matter is small and inconclusive but a mixture of acupuncture and Western medicine may tackle the problem holistically and lessen painful symptoms.

This article is published in Giddy.