Endometriosis, early diagnosis and the importance of face to face consultation and examinations

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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