It takes up to seven years for women to be diagnosed with endometriosis, with many living in chronic pain. But knowing how to talk to your GP can speed that process up

How to talk to your GP about endometriosis

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Learn as much as you can about testing and treatment

Demand further GP appointments and/or second opinions

Know what to expect from a diagnostic laparoscopy

Understand that treatment can’t ‘cure’ endometriosis

Talk to loved ones and other women going through the same thing

No one should have to wait nine years for a diagnosis.

How to talk to your GP about endometriosis: 10 ways to speed up the diagnosis process