# Endometriosis linked to 46% higher risk of type 2 diabetes 2026-08-13T13:55:33+00:00 | Health & Science | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Women with endometriosis may face a 46% higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes than those without the condition, a new study suggests. The Hindu reports that researchers followed nearly 30 lakh women in the US database, including about one lakh diagnosed with endometriosis, from 1996 to 2021. The link was strongest in premenopausal women and women without obesity, groups not typically considered at high risk for diabetes. Chronic inflammation in endometriosis could drive insulin resistance, the authors said. More studies are needed to confirm the results and clarify biological pathways. If validated, the finding could lead to earlier diabetes screening in endometriosis patients. ## Coverage - thehindu.com Tags: chronic inflammation, endometriosis, screening, type 2 diabetes, women’s health Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/endometriosis-linked-to-46-higher-risk-of-type-2-diabetes/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/endometriosis-linked-to-46-higher-risk-of-type-2-diabetes/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.