OBJECTIVE: Canadians with endometriosis experience significant delays in access to care within our national health care system. This study aims to discern the factors leading individuals with suspected and/or confirmed endometriosis to seek…
INTRODUCTION: Endometriosis is a systemic inflammatory condition associated with chronic pelvic pain, delayed diagnosis and substantial impacts on physical and mental health. Many young adults (aged 18–25) experience symptoms for years befo…
BACKGROUND: We recognized a paucity of accessible, evidence-based, empowering patient-centred resources for those with endometriosis-associated dyspareunia. Affecting more than 50% of people with endometriosis, dyspareunia can significantly…
OBJECTIVE: To provide a contemporary approach to the understanding of the impact and methods for the diagnosis of endometriosis in Canada. TARGET POPULATION: Individuals, families, communities, health care providers, and health care admini…
OBJECTIVES: To describe the use and perceived effectiveness of medical, surgical, and alternative therapies (e.g., diet, exercise, heat, cannabis, etc.) in managing endometriosis-associated pain in Canadians. METHODS: A cross-sectional onl…
UNLABELLED: The current approach to treating endometriosis is often inadequate or intolerable for many patients. Until more effective therapies are available, we should aim to maximize the effectiveness of our current options. Optimization …