Can endometriosis grow when your not having periods?

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) grows outside of the uterus. It can cause pain, infertility, and other problems.

Endometriosis can grow at any time during a woman's menstrual cycle, even when she is not having periods. This is because the tissue that makes up endometriosis is still responsive to hormones, even when the ovaries are not producing eggs.

The hormones that cause endometriosis to grow are estrogen and progesterone. Estrogen is produced by the ovaries, and progesterone is produced by the corpus luteum, which is a small gland that forms on the ovary after an egg is released.

During a woman's menstrual cycle, estrogen and progesterone levels rise and fall. This causes the endometrium to grow and shed. When a woman is not having periods, her estrogen and progesterone levels are low. This can cause the endometrium to stop growing, but it does not always cause it to shrink.

If a woman has endometriosis, the tissue can continue to grow even when her estrogen and progesterone levels are low. This can lead to pain, inflammation, and other problems.

There are a number of treatments available for endometriosis, including surgery, hormone therapy, and pain medication. The best treatment option for a woman will depend on her individual circumstances.