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What is Endometriosis?

Jessica Opoku-Anane, MD, director of the UCSF Endometriosis Center, defines endometriosis, a common, debilitating cause of chronic pelvic pain, and its association with infertility.

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May 2, 2018

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Jessica Opoku-Anane, MD

Jessica Opoku-Anane, MD

Gynecologist

Dr. Jessica Opoku-Anane is a gynecologist specializing in the treatment of fibroids, abnormal uterine bleeding, chronic pelvic pain, endometriosis, alternatives to hysterectomy, intrauterine scarring, prolapse and ovarian pathology.

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