Endometriosis Awareness Month, held annually in March, offers an opportunity to highlight a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, but one that unfortunately, too few people are familiar with.
Findings published by Endometriosis UK indicate that 54% of people do not know what endometriosis is, with 45% of women unable to name a single symptom of the condition.
There is an alarming lack of awareness among the public and healthcare professionals, both likely contributing to the fact that most women wait an average of 7 years to receive a formal diagnosis.
With this in mind, we’ve created a simple infographic to highlight the basics of endometriosis. Check it out below and let us know, how much did you already know about endometriosis?
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