Endometriosis diagnosis 'shouldn't be seen as doomsday' 

Endometriosis Association of Ireland chairwoman Ilanna Darcy said that 'what is sorely lacking in Ireland is data'.

More research is needed on  endometriosis in Ireland to give a true picture of how many women are affected, the Endometriosis Association of Ireland (EAI) conference will hear on Saturday.

EAI chairwoman Ilanna Darcy said the conference offers a chance for girls and women affected by the condition to come together.