The role of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants in the pathogenesis, complex therapy and prevention of endometriosis

Abstract

Violated antioxidant defenses in the pathogenesis of endometriosis are an important factor in the progression of the pathological process. Stimulation of natural antioxidant systems, the introduction of exogenous antioxidants, a number of vitamins and minerals is one of the key moments in the complex of conservative therapy and prevention of endometrioid process. The absence of significant side effects when using the majority of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals further argues the feasibility of their application.

Keywords

• endometriosis
• adenomyosis
• vitamins
• minerals
• antioxidants
• antioxidant therapy
• iron-deficiency anemia