TYH: Endometriosis Part 2

– 500,000+ Canadian girls and women are affected by endometriosis

– 27.9 years old is the average diagnosis age in Canada.

– In Canada, individuals with endometriosis often experience a diagnosis delay of more than five years.

Often misdiagnosed and mismanaged; endometriosis can have a significant negative impact on a person’s physical and mental health and dramatically hinder their overall quality of life.

” People should go to their doctor, keep advocating for themselves and keep pushing,” said Dr. Young, a gynecologist at the B.C. Women’s hospital. “There are I think a new generation of Doctors now, that I think who want to be aware of this condition and treat it.”

Dr. Young says there are treatments available, to help those suffering cope.

*Over-the-counter pain medicines like ibuprofen

* Birth control pills are often used to treat endometriosis. …

* Hormone therapy. …

* Laparoscopy to remove implants and scar tissue.

Dr. Young says it’s extremely important to get a pap smear regularly and speak with your doctor about your symptoms, he also says it’s important to advocate for your health. There are many treatment options for those who are suffering from this. if you would like to learn more go to endopain.endometriosis.org.

by Randi-Marie Adams

TYH: Endometriosis Part 2

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