Endometriosis: what is it and what is it impact?

Endometriosis is a chronic, progressive, and inflammatory disease, it is caused when the lining of the womb, known as endometrial tissue, is found in other areas within the body but outside of the uterus. The disease affects between 10-12% of women (and people assigned women at birth) worldwide. Some people with endometriosis experience no symptoms, but many experience symptoms that have a heavy impact on their lives - with physical, economic, and mental health symptoms being the most prominent. However, despite being a common and debilitating disease, the most frequently used diagnosis process is far from simple and effective. This blog will explore the delayed diagnosis process alongside its implications, the symptoms associated with endometriosis and how these are managed, and the substantial impact that endometriosis has upon financial burden and social equality.