Endometriosis UK:

Press Release: New BBC research wake-up call to provide better care | Endometriosis UK

*Endometriosis UK specifically calls for mental-health support to be integrated into endometriosis care

• 83% of people surveyed by Endometriosis UK reported being dismissed or told their symptoms were normal. (Endo UK)
• 89% said it had a negative or very negative impact on their ability to live their life as they wanted. (Endo UK)
• Endometriosis UK estimates that around 1 in 6 people with endometriosis may eventually need to leave the workplace because of their condition.
• 95% of over 10,000 respondents in an Endometriosis UK survey said endometriosis had a negative or very negative impact on their wellbeing. (Endo UK)

These figures highlight how isolating this condition can be, affecting not only a person’s physical health but also other aspects of their life.

WHO:

Endometriosis

• Endometriosis can significantly affect mental health, relationships, work, education, social life and quality of life, in addition to causing physical symptoms such as pain and fatigue. (WHO)
• Among women experiencing infertility, up to 25–50% may have endometriosis. (WHO)

Having to manage these challenges while trying to maintain a normal daily life can be overwhelming, particularly when individuals feel unsupported or misunderstood. This highlights the importance of providing support and recognising how endometriosis affects emotional well-being.

The Endo Space:

I came across this advocacy page on Instagram, which offers valuable resources and practical advice for living with endometriosis. I found it interesting how the condition can influence a person’s body image and self-confidence.

For example, changes in appearance following surgery or ongoing bloating may affect how someone feels about their body, emphasising the often overlooked psychological impact of endometriosis.