ieExplains: The facts about endometriosis you shouldn’t ignore

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women, causing chronic pain and fertility issues. Learn about symptoms, stages, and treatments
ieExplains: The facts about endometriosis you shouldn’t ignore

Endometriosis affects one in 10 women worldwide. File picture: Alamy/PA

Tue, 18 Mar, 2025 - 20:44
Manon Gilbart

March marks the awareness month of endometriosis, a condition which can be debilitating. As common as diabetes, endometriosis affects one in 10 women worldwide.

It is estimated that 155,000 women are affected by the condition in Ireland.

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