Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Endometriosis in the News - Controversial: The drug thalidomide is being trialled as a treatment for endometriosis sufferers like singer Louise Redknapp

The controversial drug thalidomide is being used to treat endometriosis in a new trial.  Previous smaller studies have shown 8 out of 10 women went into remission after treatment.  The drug is thought to work by stopping new blood vessels growing.

Endometriosis is a condition where cells that usually line the womb are found elsewhere in the body, such as in the ovaries.  These cells behave int he same way as womb cells, so every month they grow and shed as a bleed.  This leads to pain and swelling.  It may also cause fertility problems.

The new treatment focuses on a side-effect of thalidomide - blocking the growth of new blood vessels.  As endometriosis requires a blood supply in order for the cells to implant and grow, the theory is that thalidomide prevents any new development.  During the U.S. trial, women will take the drug daily for 14 to 16 weeks, and will be followed up six months later.

See http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1296065/Health-news-A-pill-treat-endometriosis-protecting-arteries-pepper-light-stick-switch-indigestion.html

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