Endometriosis, early diagnosis and the importance of face to face consultation and examinations. Spread the word ! Courtesy- endometriosis foundation of America

Highlights:

• Specific interviews and appropriate physical examinations will increase the accuracy of endometriosis diagnosis among women with chronic pelvic pain.

Importance:

• Among women with chronic pelvic pain and endometriosis-suggestive symptoms, endometriosis diagnosis is possible only in one-third.
• Pain that intensifies during menstruation is highly predictive of the diagnosis.
• Laparoscopy and histopathologic confirmation of the disease still remains the primary diagnostic and therapeutic method.

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