Endometriosis

Endometriosis and ovarian cancer genetically tied

Published on: 16 March 2022

Finding a genetic link between endometriosis and ovarian cancer will increase the understanding of both diseases.

Dr Sally Mortlock, QENDO's Jess Taylor and Professor Grant Montgomery.

End the pain of Endometriosis

Endometriosis is like a giant jigsaw puzzle and IMB researchers are focused on finding and connecting the pieces to help affected women.

UQ’s Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB) will be highlighting our efforts to combat endometriosis in the next Meet the Researchers.

Meet the Researchers: Aiming to end Endo

30 March 2021 7:00pm

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UQ’s Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB) will be highlighting our efforts to combat endometriosis in the next Meet the Researchers.

Easing the pain of endometriosis

Reducing inflammation and building up the immune system through diet and exercise can bring a reduction in the symptoms of this debilitating condition. Jessica Taylor from Endometriosis Queensland describes the “toolbox” to handle inflammation.

Endometriosis - identifying all the pieces of the puzzle

Endometriosis affects one in nine women of reproductive age, causing serious pain and, in some cases, infertility. It’s estimated to cost the Australian health system $7.7 billion annually. While endometriosis continues to ravage women’s reproductive organs, there is still much we don’t know about this disease and current treatment is only effective for some.

Dr Sally Mortlock and Professor Grant Montgomery

Australia leads the way for endometriosis research

Published on: 16 March 2020