In the news: March is Endometriosis awareness month in Mississippi.
Here’s a 4 question quiz: See how well you do. Share this information with all the women in your life.
What are some common symptoms of Endometriosis?
The answer: E. All of the above.
If you’re experiencing even one of the symptoms above, it’s time to talk to your doctor. The key here is that getting a diagnosis is very important.
You should know that if caught early, endometriosis can be well managed.
If left untreated, Endometriosis can lead to the following conditions:
The answer: D. Any of the above.
Endometriosis can become dangerous if left untreated or not properly diagnosed. Talk to your doctor if you have any of the common symptoms listed above about the possibility of ruling out endometriosis.
Don’t be afraid of getting the diagnosis.
Keep in mind: any and all questions about your menstrual health are fair game. Don’t be shy to talk to your doctor or healthcare team.
Are Asian people more likely to get endometriosis?
Endometriosis prevalence in Asian women is significantly greater than in other women groups.
You should know: we don’t fully understand why Asian people are more likely to get endometriosis.
If you’re a woman of color, Filipino, Indian, Japanese, or Korean, you should ensure that you’ve talked to your doctor or healthcare about endometriosis.
What percentage of women have endometriosis?
Almost 10% of all women across the world have Endometriosis.
The Health Standard Newswire
