Does the severity reflect the severity of the symptoms?

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    The grading systems for endometriosis primarily indicate the extent of endometriotic growths, but there is not always a direct correlation between the severity of these growths and the symptoms experienced. Individuals with extensive growths may have mild symptoms, whereas those with less tissue may suffer from severe pain.

    The three grading systems of endometriotic severity chiefly reflect the extent of the endometriotic growths. However, the severity of the symptoms experienced by a person with endometriosis isn’t always correlated with this. People with extensive growths may experience few symptoms, and people with relatively less endometriotic tissue may experience severe pain.