08 October 2019 - 12:02

In the News 08.10.19

Endometriosis: The condition that can take over seven years to diagnose

This BBC video features three case studies talking about their experiences. The online education pack by Endometriosis UK and the RCGP is mentioned; https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/stories-49925760/endometriosis-the-condition-that-can-take-over-seven-years-to-diagnose [bbc.co.uk]

Thousands of women in Manchester could be suffering from endometriosis – the facts about the condition

This Manchester Evening News article reports that close to 17,000 women in Manchester could be suffering from endometriosis – a condition that causes painful, heavy periods and can lead to infertility
This article is based on the BBC study
Link here:https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/health/endometriosis-manchester-emma-barnett-health-17044128[manchestereveningnews.co.uk]

The ‘hidden condition’ that could leave thousands of women infertile – Liverpool Echo

Nearly 14,000 women in Liverpool could be suffering from a ‘hidden condition’ that causes painful, heavy periods and can lead to infertility
The article features a quote from Endometriosis UK: “As it’s a hidden condition, it can be hard for those with the disease to get others to understand or believe the level of pain they are suffering from. “There needs to be more education and awareness raising so people recognise the symptoms of the disease and can seek help, and more research into endometriosis to develop effective diagnosis and treatments.”