Health
One in 10 women are affected by endometriosis. So why does it take so long to diagnose? – The Mandarin
Women with endometriosis can wait up to 10 years for a diagnosis. But why does it take so long?
Endometriosis is a debilitating, chronic condition that affects 1 in 10 women worldwide. It occurs when tissue that has similar properties to the womb lining ends up in the body and attaches to organs, forming a patch of tissue called a lesion.
The condition can cause chronic pelvic pain, bowel and bladder dysfunction, and pain during sex. Painful symptoms can often make it hard for women to work or study, which has long-term socioeconomic impacts.
Unfortunately, women with endometriosis can w…
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