Authors’ response to the Letters to the Editors concerning the article by Meaddough et al: Sexual Activity, Orgasm and Tampon Use Are Associated with a Decreased Risk for Endometriosis

Harvey J. Kliman; David L. Olive

doi:10.1159/000068357

Authors’ response to the Letters to the Editors concerning the article by Meaddough et al: Sexual Activity, Orgasm and Tampon Use Are Associated with a Decreased Risk for Endometriosis

Harvey J. Kliman, David L. Olive

In: Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation · 2002 · vol. 54(2) , pp. 65–66 · doi:10.1159/000068357 · W2032389435

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This letter responds to inquiries about a study that found sexual activity, orgasm, and tampon use were associated with a decreased risk of endometriosis.

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Coital Retrograde Menstruation as a Risk Factor for Pelvic Endometriosis 2011

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Coital Retrograde Menstruation as a Risk Factor for Pelvic Endometriosis 2011

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